While many projects like road construction or lawn care slow down or even pause between the frigid months of November and March in Minnesota, large-scale composting operations present an exception. Food and yard waste that is brought to the SMSC Organics Recycling Facility are able to be composted through the winter. Much like a large […]

It is hard to believe the new year is already here! In the midst of swapping calendars and throwing out holiday leftovers, it is also important to choose a resolution or two to focus on throughout the year. Setting resolutions allows you to reflect on what’s important and focus on who you want to become. […]

The holidays are often considered “the most wonderful time of the year.” However, they also result in a lot of extra waste. In fact, household waste increases by more than roughly 25% from the Thanksgiving to New Year’s holiday period compared to the rest of the year. The good news is that we have come […]

The SMSC Organics Recycling Facility is now home to two new pieces of equipment. Our facility recently acquired a compost screener and a wood grinder and have already began integrating them into our processes. These additions are already making a positive impact on our operations. Aside from increasing capacity, the equipment also gives us the […]