From 'Waste' to Compost: A Tour of Winton MFG

Waste Loop

Are you curious how our food and yard waste becomes nutrient rich compost? Join us for a tour of Winton Mfg Compost Works.

Winton MFG Compost Works

2023 Sustainable Living and Farming Tour

The Sustainable Living & Farming Tour is an opportunity for people to learn more about living a simpler and more sustainable life by visiting examples and partaking in hands-on applications in the greater Leavenworth area September 15th - 17th 2023.

Are you curious how our food and yard waste becomes nutrient rich compost? Join us for a tour of <a href="https://www.wintonmfg.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Winton Mfg Compost Works</a>, an industrial composter located just east of Coles Corner. Winton opened last summer and has the capacity to compost much of the organic waste in the Wenatchee Valley into nutrient dense compost that is then sold back to local farmers and residents. Come up and see the process first hand and learn all about the composting process.This event is part of the Sustainable Living and Farming tour, organized by Waste Loop, and is an opportunity for people to learn more about living a simpler and more sustainable life by visiting examples and partaking in hands-on applications in the greater Leavenworth area.Over the course of one weekend, participants will choose between various workshop offerings and site visits that educate, inspire and motivate a path towards sustainable living. Participants will form connections to local food, the surrounding environment and the people that are 'walking the talk' of sustainability &amp; stewardship.If you are interested in learning more about the Sustainable Living and Farming Tour and signing up for additional workshops or tours, check out our <a href="https://www.wasteloop.org/pages/sustainable-living-and-farming-tour" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">website</a> or reach out to Amanda with any questions at contact@wasteloop.org