Composting Basics: Turning Waste into Resources

Course Prerequisites

• Basic understanding of gardening principles
• Interest in sustainability and waste reduction
• Access to a small outdoor space, though not mandatory
• Willingness to engage in hands-on activities
• Curiosity about natural recycling processes

Learning Objectives

• Understand the fundamental principles of composting
• Identify different types of composting methods and their applications
• Recognize what materials can and cannot be composted
• Learn how to maintain and troubleshoot a compost pile
• Transform organic waste into nutrient-rich compost for gardening