Learn how to compost – let the Composting Champions show you!
‘Haven't really experienced any problems in my 14 years of composting. I'm careful to put in the right materials into the compost pile.’ Bill O’Connor, ‘Compost Champion’, Co. Clare…More on this and further composting information from Clare Co Co
‘Have a look at a composting system already up and running in the neighbourhood. It is also important to understand the balance required between green and brown material. (Carbon and Nitrogen)’. Francis Ni Chinnéide, ‘Compost Champion’, Co. Kerry…More on this and further advice from Kerry Co Co
‘It is important that the composter is convenient to the kitchen. Our composter is located a short distance from the house surrounded by trees and bushes to the rear which provide some shelter. It can be a good idea to use a small caddy for your kitchen food waste and then use the caddy to transfer the waste to the composter’. Theresa Storey, Compost Champion, Co. Limerick…More on this and further advice from Limerick Co Co
'Have a small kitchen caddy/bin for the vegetable/fruit leftovers. Use a variety of waste in small quantities at a time. Just make it a habit to use the compost bin - you'd be surprised how much waste it can take.’ - Joe Harte, Compost Champion, Limerick City. More information from Joe and further advice from Limerick City Council...
Limerick City Council’s Advice on Composting