Delawareans can order composters at a discount thru April 3

Composting food scraps along with yard waste not only reduces the amount of waste going to Delaware’s landfills, but also produces organic material via the process that can be used to enrich garden soil.

Encouraging Delawareans to make use of this naturally recyclable, low-cost resource, the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control is promoting an online discount sale of compost bins, rain barrels and conservation accessories. Through bulk purchasing, DNREC is able to offer these items at reduced prices through Thursday, April 3, at delaware.compostersale.com.

“This is a timely opportunity to purchase a composter if you’re considering composting in your garden,” said Tim Ratsep, DNREC Division of Waste and Hazardous Substances director. “Besides sending less waste to our landfills, you’ll have less trash to haul to the curb and, with a little time and effort, you’ll soon be making your own organic soil to help your garden grow without trips to a home improvement store to buy bagged soil or chemical fertilizers.”

The DNREC Division of Waste and Hazardous Substances has engaged BrandBuilders, a vendor contracted by the state, to administer the sale. Sussex County residents can pick up their purchases from 8 to 9:30 a.m., Saturday, April 5, at Sussex Central High School, 26026 Patriots Way, Georgetown.

To view DNREC’s backyard composting guide with easy-to-follow instructions and tips for success, go to de.gov/composting.