Marketing compost as a pest control product

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Earthgro Co. is developing compost that is enhanced with microorganisms that can suppress the growth of plant disease. The company is collaborating with the Ohio State University on methods to introduce biological control agents into compost and ensure that an effective composition of microorganisms thrive in the product. The company uses technology developed in the 1980s which involves inoculating the compost at its peak heating stage. The EPA will be testing Earthgro's product for effectivity in comparison chemical pesticides before it can be marketed.

Research, Product development, Fertilizer industry, Compost, Earthgro Inc.

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Innovative dropoff systems in Amsterdam

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Two decentralized dropoff systems are under pilot test in Amsterdam: source separated materials-above ground containers (MSTS) and a new underground storage tank system (METRO). Use of MSTS and METRO has suspended all curbside collection of waste in those areas. A review of the dropoff systems has shown that the METRO system is cost effective in very densely populated areas and MSTS makes sense for areas of moderate density.

Management, Europe, Netherlands, Recycling (Waste, etc.), Recycling, Waste products, Pilot projects

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How a landscaper became an on-farm composter

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The Earth Care Center in Charlestown, MA, has progressed gradually to attain a maximum output of 20,000 cubic yards of organic feedstocks per annum. Compost products recycled in the facility are of a high quality and free from bad odor. The center also boasts of a good organic vegetable produce, which it markets in grocery stores and to farmers.

Waste management, Organic wastes, Organic fertilizers, Charlestown, Massachusetts, Organic wastes as fertilizer

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