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Practical tips for better gardens, smarter composting, and sustainable business practices in Middle Tennessee. From soil health guides to commercial composting insights, find the resources you need to grow, build, and reduce waste.
What is Commercial Composting and Why It Matters
What is Commercial Composting and Why It Matters
Every business generates organic waste, but not every business knows what to do with it. Commercial composting diverts food scraps from landfills, lowers disposal costs, and supports local soil health—all... Read more...
Fall Lawn Renovation: Overseeding with Compost for Healthier Grass
Fall Lawn Renovation: Overseeding with Compost for Healthier Grass
Fall is prime time for lawn renovation. Overseeding with compost improves seed germination, boosts soil health, and creates denser, healthier turf that thrives come spring. Learn the step-by-step process landscapers... Read more...
Seasonal Soil Management Tips for Landscapers
Seasonal Soil Management Tips for Landscapers
Smart landscapers use compost year-round, not just in spring. From lawn renovation in fall to moisture management in summer, compost improves soil health and delivers consistent results across every season.... Read more...
Partnering for Sustainability: How The Compost Company Supports Nashville’s Public Schools
Partnering for Sustainability: How The Compost Company Supports Nashville’s Public Schools
Metro Nashville Public Schools is leading the way in institutional sustainability through a partnership with The Compost Company. By diverting organic waste from landfills and converting it into nutrient-rich compost,... Read more...
Why Fall is the Best Time to Order Compost
Why Fall is the Best Time to Order Compost
Fall isn't just the end of growing season—it's the beginning of better spring results. Bulk ordering compost in fall gives soil time to rebuild, reduces spring project delays, and takes... Read more...
How to Calculate Bulk Compost Needs for Large-Scale Jobs
How to Calculate Bulk Compost Needs for Large-Scale Jobs
Estimating bulk compost for large-scale projects doesn't have to be guesswork. Learn the exact formula contractors use to calculate cubic yards, plus depth recommendations for different applications. Get it right... Read more...
A Buyers Guide to Mulch: What to Know Before You Order
A Buyers Guide to Mulch: What to Know Before You Order
Ordering bulk mulch for a large project? Learn how to choose the right type, calculate coverage, and schedule delivery to stay on budget and ahead of schedule. Read more...
Why Landscaping Contractors Choose Bulk Compost Over Bagged Options
Why Landscaping Contractors Choose Bulk Compost Over Bagged Options
Discover why bulk compost is the smarter choice for landscapers tackling large-scale projects. Learn how it delivers better results. Read more...
Seeking Bids for Site Expansion!
Seeking Bids for Site Expansion!
The Compost Company is currently seeking bids from qualified contractors for the construction of a new Materials Processing pad.   This new pad shall be a 100’ x 100’ concrete pad,... Read more...
Why Compost is a Must-Have for Soil Health
Why Compost is a Must-Have for Soil Health
We couldn't agree more!! It's good to hear an expert confirm what we already knew....that Compost is an essential part of your soil. We've been screaming it from the rooftops for... Read more...
Composting Leaders Recognized at USCC's COMPOST2019
Composting Leaders Recognized at USCC's COMPOST2019
US Composting Council Composter of the Year-Small Scale award went to The Compost Company, a 5,000 ton per year facility in Nashville, TN. The company provides both manufacturing and collection from... Read more...
Mayor’s Food Saver Challenge Seeks to Cut Local Food Waste
Mayor’s Food Saver Challenge Seeks to Cut Local Food Waste
Nashville Scene | Margaret Littman Taking a look at programs and organizations that cut waste and redirect food to the hungry Imagine the entire space of Nissan Stadium filled to... Read more...