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Aerial view of Warkworth

Backyard composting will greatly reduce the amount of garbage you set out each week. By composting kitchen food scraps, leaves and more, you will create a nutrient-rich soil to use in gardens around your home.

Tips
  • Turn your compost with a shovel or pitch fork once a week
  • Mix browns (leaves, coffee grounds, egg shells, paper), and greens (vegetable and food scraps) to avoid smells and pests
  • Keep meat and dairy products out of the Soil Saver or Tumbler – buy a digester if you want to break down these materials
  • Keep your compost moist by adding a little water when you turn your pile
Buy a composter

The following composters are available for purchase at the Northumberland County headquarters office, located at 555 Courthouse Road, Cobourg.

Soil saver in an outdoor area
Soil Saver – $40
  • 28” width x 32” height x 28” depth overall
  • 10-year guarantee
  • Two slide-up doors for easy removal
  • Easy assembly
Kitchen catcher
Kitchen Catchers – $5
  • Plastic bucket (7L)