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Community Composting in England & Wales: What the Rules Actually Say (and Why They’re Not as Scary as They Sound)
Starting a community composting project?
The rules aren’t as scary as they sound. Schools, community gardens and volunteer groups can legally compost using free exemptions, with practical options like Bokashi and on-site systems making food waste easier than ever to manage locally.
🌱 Supporting Compost Innovation in Cornwall
Across Cornwall, growers are proving that compost can do more than feed the soil — it can also suppress weeds. In new trials supported by Agriton UK, The Lost Gardens of Heligan and Prideaux Walled Garden are using bokashi fermentation and microbial composting to control oxalis and bindweed while building long-term soil health.
From Waste to Soil: Why September is the Season to Rethink Food Systems
September is harvest time—but also peak food waste. At Agriton, we believe scraps aren’t rubbish, they’re soil in waiting. By using bokashi fermentation and local composting, farms, councils, and communities can cut costs, build soil health, and strengthen local food systems. Healthy soil means healthier people, healthier harvests, and a more resilient future. 🌱
From Waste to Wonder: How EM and Worms Create the Ultimate Living Compost
Discover how worms and Effective Microorganisms (EM) can transform everyday food waste into powerful, living compost. This practical guide shows you how to build healthier soil, boost plant resilience, and create your own microbe-rich “black gold” — right from home. Whether you're a gardener, grower, or sustainability enthusiast, this is composting made simple, natural, and effective.