Does the history of composting sound boring? You might be surprised to hear that it’s a rather interesting and complex topic! Throughout the ages, composting has seen many different concoctions used by different cultures around the world—all with the same goals of soil health and conservation in mind. The addition…
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If your lawn or garden is filled with weeds or is looking a little lackluster, compost might be the solution. This lawn care product can turn your troubled or unestablished landscape into a neighborhood favorite. Sometimes it can be hard to know which compost to choose when there are so…
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The Importance of Reducing Contamination in Organics Recycling Nowadays, consumers are faced with more options than ever before when it comes to discarding waste. There is the age-old garbage bin, where waste goes directly to a landfill with very little sorting involved. There is the familiar blue recycling bin, where…
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Have you ever wondered what it would be like to not have to make a trip to the store every time a recipe calls for an herb or vegetable? Or have you found out it was someone’s birthday and didn’t have time to head to the store to pick up…
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Now that the snow has melted, it’s time to get excited for greener days ahead. The SMSC’s Organics Recycling Facility is here to help you beautify your yard and get your garden ready for planting. From a FREE yard waste drop-off program to a new online storefront offering top-quality mulch…
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With springtime gardening right around the corner, it is the perfect time to get a head start on your plant plans. While this typically includes fun tasks, like picking out brightly colored flowers and new garden gnomes, you should also prioritize identifying invasive species that have the potential to negatively…
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It’s a new year, and we’ve got a few things up our sleeve at the SMSC Organics Recycling Facility. Our facility strives to provide the best service and quality products for our customers, which is why we implement new offerings each year to better serve the community. Committed to being…
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Now that the holiday season has come and gone and the Christmas trees have been properly recycled, what’s next for the SMSC Organics Recycling Facility? Well, the passionate staff have been busy planning for the new year. This includes partnering with other like-minded organizations and searching for more ways they…
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Evergreen trees are a staple for many holiday celebrations. And while most families choose between a real or an artificial tree, it can sometimes be difficult to decide which is the best option for you and your family. If recycled after the holidays, real trees are the best option for…
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After the trick-or-treaters clear away and Halloween is officially over, don’t toss your pumpkins in the trash! Instead, bring them to the SMSC Organics Recycling Facility during the third annual Pumpkin Drop-off, November 1-6, and help turn your pumpkins into compost. Open to the public and free of charge, this…
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