Guide to Composting

GOOD STUFF for Blue Bag Organics Recycling

Food waste and food-soiled paper are called organic waste. It includes:

• Spoiled leftovers
• Meat and bones
• Vegetable scraps
• Fruit scraps
• Egg and nut shells
• Coffee grounds and filters
• Tea leaves and tea bags (staples removed)
• Dairy products
• Paper cups and plates
• Paper towels and napkins
• BPI-Certified materials
• Pizza boxes

KEEP OUT of Blue Bag Organics® Recycling

These items should not go into your kitchen compost bucket or Blue Bag Organics liner.

• Twist ties
• Aluminum foil
• Foil-lined cartons, containers or packaging
• Cooking oils, fats or grease
• Staples
• Plastics
• Glass and metals
• Styrofoam
• K-cups
• Pesonal sanitary products
• Diapers or wipes
• Pet droppings or kitty litter
• Clothes
• Cigarette butts
• Rocks or bricks
• Microwavable popcorn bags
• Recyclable papers

Check with your local composter for acceptable/non-acceptable items.