Composting

Watch demonstrations on composting from the experts.

Partnering with the OSU Extension Service Farms and Gardens Program and the Lane SBDC within the Agricultural Business Management Program.

Compost Demonstration

Learn the basics on how composting works, which materials to use, the different methods, and types of compost bins.

10 am-noon, Sa, May 12, Transition Garden Project, 905 Flamingo, Springfield (adjacent to the Food For Lane County Youth Farm) - OSU Extension (2 hrs Cost TBA) Parking is limited.

10 am-noon, Sa, Jun 16, BRING Recycling, 4446 Franklin Blvd., Eugene. Meet in the “Garden of Earthly Delight." - OSU Extension (2 hrs Cost TBA)

Call 541.344.5859 or visit extension.oregonstate.edu/lane/gardens for more information or to register.

Free Compost Workshops

For beginning to experienced composters, these hands-on workshops will cover the basics of how
composting works, which materials to use, and the different methods and types of compost bins
available. Workshops are led by certified OSU Extension Service Compost Specialists. Preregistration is not required
For more information about composting contact the OSU Extension Service Farms and Gardens Program in Lane County, Master Gardener hotline at 541.344.0265. Also visit: Extension Website/Composting.

Worm Bin Composting

Learn the fun and easy way to compost by letting worms eat your garbage! Learn how to maintain a worm bin effectively, food management, harvesting, pests of the bin, minimizing problems, and how to use those wonderful castings!

Dates and Locations: TBA (1.5 hrs $40, pre-paid)

(No walk-ins on the day of the class. All pre-paid registrations must be received in the OSU Extension Service Farm and Garden office, 783 Grant St., Eugene, 97402, by 5 pm the Tuesday before the class. Contact them at 541.344.5859 to register or visit Extension Website for details.

A partnership program with Lane Community College, the Oregon Business Development Department (Lottery Funds), and U.S. Small Business Administration (Federal Funds).

“Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.”, “Financed in part with lottery funds awarded by the Oregon Business Development Department,” and primarily funded by Lane Community College.

“All opinions, conclusions or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA,” the Oregon Business Development Department, or Lane Community College. Material subject to change without notice.

Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Disability Resources at 541.463.5150 (voice) or 541.463.3079 (TTY), or stop by Building 1, Room 218 on the LCC main campus.

All SBA funded programs offered are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis.

Lane SBDC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Service Provider.