Compost Deep Dives – A webinar series
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EmailSign up for MSU Extension’s Summer Compost Series where you can enhance your composting skills, learn more about various composting techniques, best practice methods and get connected to others in the industry.
Are you ready to turn food scraps, yard waste, or even manure into something valuable for your garden or farm? MSU Extension is excited to offer a free summer webinar series on composting and there’s something for everyone, from backyard beginners to experienced farmers. Sessions will repeat monthly, with each topic offered four times throughout the spring and summer. All sessions are free and hosted online via Zoom. Registration is required to attend.
Webinar schedule and topics
Composting Basics
New to composting? This session is for you Learn the fundamentals: what to compost, how to maintain your pile, and the benefits for your garden and the environment. REGISTER HERE for Compost Basics.
Friday, May 9, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Monday, June 9, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Wednesday, July 9, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Friday, August 8, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Farm and large-scale composting
Geared toward agricultural professionals or anyone managing manure or large amounts of organic waste. Learn about compost site design, permitting and compliance, and large-scale composting practices. REGISTER HERE for Farm and Large-Scale Composting.
Wednesday, May 14, 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.
Wednesday, June 11, 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.
Wednesday, July 9, 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.
Tuesday, August 12, 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.
Vermicomposting (composting with worms)
Perfect for small spaces or indoor composting. Learn how to build your own worm bin and manage a thriving worm farm that turns food scraps into rich vermicompost. REGISTER HERE for Vermicomposting Workshop.
Wednesday May 21, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Wednesday, June 18, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Wednesday, July 23, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Wednesday, August 27, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Registrations for more than one webinar are encouraged and highly recommended. If you are interested in more online learning opportunities for composting, check out the MSU Extension Master Composter at-home learning module here, and get certified as a master composter today.
For more information on this summer webinar series, or questions about registering, contact Eliza Hensel, MSU Extension’s compost systems educator at hensele1@msu.edu. For more information on MSU Extension’s programs and offerings visit https://www.canr.msu.edu/outreach/.
