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preparing for spring yard gardening with mulch and compost
preparing for spring yard gardening with mulch and compost
Spring Yard Preparation

It’s that time of year again—the snow is melting, the sun is shining, the days are getting longer, and all things spring yard prep are top of mind. Spring is an opportune time to start planning your garden and other outdoor projects and preparing your yard for the warmer days ahead. Colored mulch is one […]

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Certified Compost from the Organics Recycling Facility
Certified Compost from the Organics Recycling Facility
STA Program: Customer Confidence is Key

USDA Organic. The Green Seal. Non-GMO. SelectScience. These “seals of approval” often convey a certain level of comfort to the buyer, promoting feelings of quality, trust, and safety. For the compost industry, the United States Composting Council (USCC) is the governing entity that sets the standards for this quality assurance. Similar to the examples listed, […]

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New Year Brings New Changes
New Year Brings New Changes
New Year Brings New Changes

Since opening in the fall of 2011, the SMSC Organics Recycling Facility has supported the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community’s Dakota tradition of caring for the earth. Over the years, the facility has implemented new products and processes to better serve the Community and our neighbors. With the start of the new year, we have a […]

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Winter Lawn Tips
Winter Lawn Tips
Winter Lawn Tips for a Better, Bloomin’ Spring

Unless you reside in a place where it’s relatively warm and mild year-round, chances are you have buried the garden shears and lawn mower deep in the garage. But just because you can’t see your green lawn doesn’t mean you can’t spend time thinking about it—and getting it ready for the warmer months ahead. Clean […]

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