Compost Consortium
Dive deep into the world of composting at the Compost Consortium - it's gonna be a green revolution!
Welcome to the Compost Consortium! Join us at the UF/IFAS Mid-Florida Research & Education Center on March 25, 2026 at 9:00 AM (Eastern Time). Meet Florida's industry leaders and UF/IFAS researchers. Future trends and compost utilization will be discussed.
Dive deep into the world of composting at the Compost Consortium - it's gonna be a green revolution!
Welcome to the Compost Consortium! Join us at the UF/IFAS Mid-Florida Research & Education Center on March 25, 2026 at 9:00 AM (Eastern Time). Meet Florida's industry leaders and UF/IFAS researchers. Future trends and compost utilization will be discussed.
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Highlights
- 6 hours
- In person
Refund Policy
Location
UF/IFAS Mid-Florida Research & Education Center
2725 South Binion Road
Apopka, FL 32703
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Agenda
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Welcome
Saqib Mukhtar, Professor and Associate Dean of Extension, Agriculture and Natural Resources, UF/IFAS. Dr. Saqib Mukhtar provides leadership in the development, implementation, and evaluation of IFAS/Extension's major initiatives that address critical issues in Florida's food, agricultural, natural resources, and horticultural production systems.
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Deerfield Beach Compost Pilot Program
The DFB Compost Pilot Program tested a small-scale, community-based approach to diverting food waste from the landfill through residential collection and drop-off options, the first of its kind in S. Florida. The pilot demonstrated strong participation, operational feasibility, and meaningful waste diversions. This presentation will highlight key outcomes and lessons learned which are helping guide local composting programs.
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Organics Recycling: Understanding Regulatory and the Legislative Landscape
Composting is an extremely effective method of recycling, showcasing its potential to address the 30% of organic waste present in our waste stream. Despite its obvious benefits, the initiation of composting practices can be hindered by various local and state regulations, making the process seemingly impracticable. In this presentation, my primary emphasis will revolve around examining the existing regulations pertaining to composting and shedding light on the factors that shape and influence them.