Compost New Zealand
A WasteMINZ member service
What is Compost New Zealand?

Compost New Zealand is the lead organisation to promote organic resource recycling and use in New Zealand

Aim

The aim of Compost New Zealand is to support a professional and viable industry by:

  • Establishing a national industry organisation
  • Establishing and implementing an industry development project

What is composting?

Composting is the biological decomposition and stabilisation of organic material to produce a hummus that is stable, free of pathogens and able to be beneficially applied to land. Some benefits of compost application include improved soil fertility, texture and moisture retention, ultimately producing a product that can be reintroduced to the economy.

Recyclable organic matter currently makes up over a quarter of landfill waste in New Zealand. Diverting organic matter into composting operations and eventual re-use is important if we are to extend the life of our landfills.

 

 

 

 


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