Backyard Composting Workshops

The County sponsors free educational workshops twice per year.

Learn from the Experts! Presenters from the Rutgers Cooperative Extension Service will teach you all about the composting process – what is composting, how to compost, materials that you can compost and those you cannot, and troubleshooting any issues you might encounter. This will be a live presentation followed by the opportunity to ask questions. Please email solidwaste@co.middlesex.nj.us, or call 732-745-4170 to register.

If you cannot attend the workshop, view the Backyard Compost PowerPoint Presentation or the November 2020 Backyard Compost Workshop Presentation Video.

Compost Bin Sales

Compost bin sales are now both contactless purchase by check or credit card, and contactless pickup with set appointment. Please email solidwaste@co.middlesex.nj.us, or call 732-745-4170 for further details.

View the Compost Bin Purchase Flyer for additional information.

Composting 101

Composting is a natural process of decomposition, where organic materials are recycled into a dark, crumbly, earthy smelling soil amendment known as compost.

Backyard Compost Bins 

There are many different types of backyard compost bins, from the simple homemade type to a variety of manufactured types. All will work if you follow the proper procedures.

Tips and Tricks

• Place your compost bin on bare soil
• Keep the material moist, like a wrung out sponge
• Allow it to get air - stir or turn over regularly
• Cut material being added into small pieces
• Add a variety of materials
• Cover added kitchen waste with brown material such as leaves