For those who have the space (and it may take less space than you think) and the inclination, a DIY compost bin is the first step on your composting journey, putting the resulting nutrient-rich ...

No matter how much you make, there’s never enough compost to go around. So pick your system and get started.

To start composting, choose a location for a pile or use a bin with drainage holes. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. Start with a base layer of coarse materials, such as ...

Start a compost pile and add kitchen vegetable scraps and shredded leaves, which can be used to mulch plants and enrich the soil. Cardboard and newspapers can be used between rows to smother weeds.

Some basic composting advice, from choosing the right materials to keeping a system running.