screenshot of the save family farming interview with doug collins: new episode, WSU highlights compost research, benefits. Dr. doug collins, soil scientist at WSU's CSANR talks about the #DigIntoCompost campaign on the farming show. Doug is pictured in the center wearing a plaid shirt with tree branches in the background.

Dr. Doug Collins joined Dillon Honcoop on #TheFarmingShow to talk about our #DigIntoCompost campaign.

Dr. Collins and Dillion talked about the campaign and some best practices whether you are composting on a small or large scale. 🌱

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A green compost bin is spilling food scraps onto a wooden surface. The words "how can policy support composting? clear goas, targeted incentives, and public investment could help Washington expand composting programs and infrastructure. Lessons from recycling policy. Let's #DigIntoCompost with WSU's Center for Sustaining Agriculture & Natural Resources."

♻️ Strong policy made recycling a success. Can compost follow?

A CSANR blog explores how Washington State could apply recycling lessons to support compost adoption.

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#DigIntoCompost #CompostPolicy #CircularEconomy #SustainableAg #WSUresearch #compost

The back end of a green truck backed up to a large compost pile with the words "compost buy-back programs could build soil carbon while stimulating Washington's economy" in white letters over the top of the photo.

The back end of a green truck backed up to a large compost pile with the words "by investing in compost markets and creating incentives, Washington could support both environmental and economic goals" in white letters over the top of the photo.

The back end of a green truck backed up to a large compost pile with the words "Ready to #DigIntoCompost to learn more? Find the study on our website: https://csanr.wsu.edu/dig-into-compost/" in white letters over the top of the photo.

💰 Compost isn’t just good for the soil—it’s good for the economy.

A WSU report explores how compost buy-back programs could support farmers, sequester carbon, & grow local markets. ♻️🌾

See the Read➡️link at the top: csanr.wsu.edu/dig-into-com...

#DigIntoCompost #SoilHealth #WSUResearch

A compost bin with food scraps and the words "compost can be worth the cost - if it goes to the right crops in the right places."

💰 Is #compost worth the cost? For some farms—yes!

Compost can be a valuable resource for mixed vegetables & raspberries. But for wheat & blueberries, the cost may be too high.

🔗 Find the blog post under “Municipal – Cost and Value”: csanr.wsu.edu/dig-into-com...

#DigIntoCompost #SustainableAg

A closeup of brown compost with a red box over the top and the words "compost builds soil carbon" in white letters.

A closeup of brown compost with a red box over the top and the words "applying compost increases soil organic carbon, but just how well do online tools actually estimate that benefit?" in white letters.

A closeup of brown compost with a red box over the top and the words "WSU researchers found that estimates of soil organic carbon varied across evaluated models and are more relevant applied over large areas" in white letters.

A closeup of brown compost with a red box over the top and the words "Rady to #DigIntoCompost and learn more? Visit https://csanr.wsu.edu/dig-into-compost/" in white letters.

Compost can increase soil carbon — but are your tools capturing the full story?

See the READ section at the top of our website for the link to Digging Deeper: Assessing the predictive power of common greenhouse gas accounting tools...

csanr.wsu.edu/dig-into-com...

#DigIntoCompost #SoilHealth

a field of green plants with the words "compost + cover crops = a resilient duo" in white letters over the top.

a field of green plants with the words "WSU researchers and farmers are integrating cover crops and compost, helping to restore degraded soils" in white letters over the top.

a field of green plants with the words "cover crops improve soil fertility, moisture retention, and improve crop yield" in white letters over the top.

a field of green plants with the words "ready to #DigIntoCompost and learn more? visit https://csanr.wsu.edu/dig-into-compost/" in white letters over the top.

When used together, cover crops & #compost can do wonders:
✅ Improve soil fertility
✅ Boost moisture retention
✅ Support higher crop yields
✅ Restore degraded soils

▶️ Watch ‘Compost & Fertilizer to Improve Cover Crop Success’ in the video section: csanr.wsu.edu/dig-into-com...

#DigIntoCompost

close-up cross section of a field with grass growing on top and roots below. over the roots are the words "composting is an act of climate resilience".

close-up cross section of a field with grass growing on top and roots below. over the roots are the words "compost improves soil's ability to withstand flooding and save water for future use".

close-up cross section of a field with grass growing on top and roots below. over the roots are the words "increasing organic matter through compost application allows water to move into soil and stay there".

close-up cross section of a field with grass growing on top and roots below. over the roots are the words "ready to #DigIntoCompost further with WSU's center for sustaining agriculture and natural resources and learn more about what you see here? visit: https://csanr.wsu.edu/dig-into-compost/".

This week, we are highlighting how composting is an act of #ClimateResilience.

💧 Did you know #compost can increase soil’s water holding capacity? It not only saves water but supports crops during dry spells.

csanr.wsu.edu/dig-into-com...

#DigIntoCompost #SustainableAg #SustainableAgriculture

Rolling hills with green dryland wheat and a blue sky with white fluffy clouds. Overlaid in white font are the words "high rates of compost can be a useful amendment to increase water-holding capacity in dryland wheat systems: insights from a long-term study."

In dryland systems, water is everything. 💧 Compost helps retain soil moisture and support consistent yields.

📊 See the long-term study on dryland wheat 🌾 from Wilke Farm → csanr.wsu.edu/high-rate-of...

#DigIntoCompost #drylandfarming #soilmoisture #compost

a tractor is spreading compost onto a freshly tilled field. to the right a man in and orange shirt is standing with his arm up directing the tractor. there are tree covered hills in the background. there is a red box over the text in the photo with the words "Commercial compost as a solution in washington."

a tractor is spreading compost onto a freshly tilled field. to the right a man in and orange shirt is standing with his arm up directing the tractor. there are tree covered hills in the background. there is a red box over the text in the photo with the words "farmers are applying commercial compost to improve soil structure, boost moisture retention, and strengthen crops against stress."

a tractor is spreading compost onto a freshly tilled field. to the right a man in and orange shirt is standing with his arm up directing the tractor. there are tree covered hills in the background. there is a red box over the text in the photo with the words "however, challenges remain. learn how producers are navigating the barriers of commercial compost applications in washington."

a tractor is spreading compost onto a freshly tilled field. to the right a man in and orange shirt is standing with his arm up directing the tractor. there are tree covered hills in the background. there is a red box over the text in the photo with the words "ready to #digintocompost further with WSU's center for sustaining agriculture and natural resources and learn more about what you see here? visit csanr.wsu.edu/dig-into-compost."

Western WA farmers 👩🏾‍🌾🚜 are using #compost to improve soil health, boost resilience & reduce waste. 🌱

A biocycle.net article explores how compost is helping — and where challenges remain.

Read more on our website: csanr.wsu.edu/dig-into-com...

#DigIntoCompost #SoilHealth #SustainableAgriculture

WSU Puyallup compost facility generating first-of-its-kind emissions data Researchers are gathering important air quality data at WSU's new compost facility located at the Puyallup Research and Extension Center. The data could shape Washington state composting emissions pol...

WSU compost facility is generating first-of-its-kind emissions data news.cahnrs.wsu.edu/article/wsu-...

As Washington state directs more food and organic waste to compost piles instead of landfills, regulators are seeking to understand the impact of composting on air quality.

#DigIntoCompost

Mmm, blueberries 💙!

☑️ Check out our blog archives for more information on adding compost to your blueberries: csanr.wsu.edu?s=compost+bl...

#DigIntoCompost #SustainableAgrculture #Compost #Blueberries #CSANR

👩‍🌾 Check out our website for science-based solutions for composting your garden 🥕🥦: csanr.wsu.edu/dig-into-com...

#DigIntoCompost #compost #organic #soil

Download the *free* organic soil amendments guide from WSU Extension: pubs.extension.wsu.edu/organic-soil...

🚜 Composting on a farm? It’s all about trial and error.

Tyler from Brier Patch Farm shares what worked, what didn’t, & why patience pays off.

🧐 Check this video to see Tyler share his passion for compost ❤️ youtu.be/lENHdlu-kMg?...

#DigIntoCompost for more videos: csanr.wsu.edu/dig-into-com...

Happy Earth Day! Let’s Dig Into Compost Join CSANR in April and May as we launch our Dig Into Compost Campaign! The best part about compost? Everyone can participate. Whether you have a small-acreage farm, a home garden, or plenty of housep...

We're celebrating Earth Day by Digging into Compost!
#DigIntoCompost #SustainableAg #SustainableAgriculture

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Happy Earth Day! Let’s Dig Into Compost Join CSANR in April and May as we launch our Dig Into Compost Campaign! The best part about compost? Everyone can participate. Whether you have a small-acreage farm, a home garden, or plenty of housep...

We're celebrating Earth Day by Digging into Compost!
#DigIntoCompost #SustainableAg #SustainableAgriculture

csanr.wsu.edu/happy-earth-...

Two cupped caucasian hands with compost in them. A small globe of earth seen from space with a plant growing out from it is on top of the compost in the person's hands. The words "this earthday, we're celebrating compost" are on top of the photo. Adobe Stock Photo. https://csanr.wsu.edu/dig-into-compost/

Two cupped caucasian hands with compost in them. A small globe of earth seen from space with a plant growing out from it is on top of the compost in the person's hands. The words "Compost helps build healthier soils for gardens, farms and the planet" are on top of the photo. Adobe Stock Photo. https://csanr.wsu.edu/dig-into-compost/

Two cupped caucasian hands with compost in them. A small globe of earth seen from space with a plant growing out from it is on top of the compost in the person's hands. The words "start composting, or learn how to improve your methods with us" are on top of the photo. Adobe Stock Photo. https://csanr.wsu.edu/dig-into-compost/

🌍 This #EarthDay, we’re celebrating soil, and compost helps build it 🌱.

Want to take action for healthier farms, gardens, and planet? Start composting, or learn how to improve your methods with CSANR.

👉https://csanr.wsu.edu/dig-into-compost/

#DigIntoCompost #regenerativeagriculture #composting

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CSANR is ready to help you #DigIntoCompost! Over the next few weeks, we will be highlighting work with compost as a solution to common problems, & how we can improve compost through continued research. Ready to dig in?
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