Listen "Composting and Food Safety"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode of Produce Bites, we explore the role of composting on the farm and the food safety considerations every grower should know. This episode features Morgan Anderson, Produce Safety Technician with the Ottawa Conservation District, and Eliza Hensel, Compost Systems Educator with Michigan State University Extension. They discuss their composting processes, the importance of validation and recordkeeping, best practices for handling and storing compost, and more.Additional Resources: On-farm compost production and Right to Farm - Eliza HenselTips for composting in the summertime - Eliza HenselMaster Composter Online CourseMichigan On-Farm Produce Safety
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