Evergreen trees are a staple for many holiday celebrations. And while most families choose between a real or an artificial tree, it can sometimes be difficult to decide which is the best option for you and your family. If recycled after the holidays, real trees are the best option for…
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After the trick-or-treaters clear away and Halloween is officially over, don’t toss your pumpkins in the trash! Instead, bring them to the SMSC Organics Recycling Facility during the third annual Pumpkin Drop-off, November 1-6, and help turn your pumpkins into compost. Open to the public and free of charge, this…
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It’s that time of year again! Crunch… crunch… crunch… the sound of the leaves under your feet means fall is here. It can be a lot of work to clean up your yard, but it’s easier if you have a plan—and we can help! Get rid of your yard waste, for…
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After months of research and planning, the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community (SMSC), unveiled the SMSC Organics Recycling Facility on September 6, 2011. The 24-acre site was created to support their objective of being a good steward of the earth by providing a large-scale composting facility for the area. In addition…
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The administrative staff at the SMSC Organics Recycling Facility are responsible for keeping the day-to-day operations running smoothly and efficiently. From soliciting new business customers to managing the compost process to coordinating operations, the admin staff is always ready to help. Let’s meet the group behind the scenes at the…
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When pulling up to the SMSC Organics Recycling Facility, the scale house is the first point of contact for all customers. These employees are responsible for all transactions that happen at the facility—including ringing up customers, directing them where to go in the yard to find the correct product, and…
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Since opening in the fall of 2011, the SMSC Organics Recycling Facility staff has grown to a team of 15 full-time employees and three part-time scale attendants. So what do all of these employees do? Over the next several months, we will answer just that! First, let’s meet the operators….
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From backyard bins and household organics programs to large-scale facilities and statewide initiatives, the SMSC Organics Recycling Facility supports all types of composting. Celebrated nationwide each year during the first full week of May, International Compost Awareness Week (ICAW) is the largest and most comprehensive education initiative of the compost…
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It’s that time of year again—the snow is melting, the sun is shining, the days are getting longer, and all things spring yard prep are top of mind. Spring is an opportune time to start planning your garden and other outdoor projects and preparing your yard for the warmer days…
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USDA Organic. The Green Seal. Non-GMO. SelectScience. These “seals of approval” often convey a certain level of comfort to the buyer, promoting feelings of quality, trust, and safety. For the compost industry, the United States Composting Council (USCC) is the governing entity that sets the standards for this quality assurance….
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