Controlling erosion from highway projects
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Some state departments of transport have become aware of the benefits of using compost to control erosion resulting from highway construction. In many cases, compost is used in a blend with mulch. The Connecticut Dept of Environmental Protection and Dept of Transportation undertook a two-year research project which found that compost is effective in controlling soil erosion and establishing turf. The Dept of Transportation has now adopted a materials specification for compost. Compost has also been used to control erosion on a number of sites in Texas.
Publication Name: BioCycle
Subject: Environmental services industry
ISSN: 0276-5055
Year: 2000
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How naturescaping works
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The emergence of naturescaping, or ecological landscaping, is explored, using as an example a program launched in 1998 by Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. Naturescaping saves money through the selection of sturdy, drought-resistant plants and native species that maintain regional biodiversity. The naturescapes are amended with compost generated by the municipality.
Publication Name: BioCycle
Subject: Environmental services industry
ISSN: 0276-5055
Year: 2001
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Quality compost from the end users' perspective: three nursery growers describe their compost specifications, use and results
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A consistent particle size if essential if compost is to be incorporated into the soil properly, according to Eric Nordlie, agronomist at Bailey's Nursery in St. Paul, MN. At McKay Nursery in Waterloo, WI, spent mushroom compost is used in outdoor planting beds and in potting and container mixes. However, spent mushroom compost brings problems with high salinity and weed seeds. At Lied's Nursery in Sussex, WI, spent mushroom compost is also used. This is made from horse and chicken manures, wheat straw, urea and soy, and is used mainly as a soil conditioner in planting.
Publication Name: BioCycle
Subject: Environmental services industry
ISSN: 0276-5055
Year: 1999
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