Master Composters growing in number

Last month saw the graduation of nine more Master Composter volunteers from Herefordshire and Worcestershire at the National Master Composter conference at Garden Organic, Ryton.

Master Composters can officially graduate when they have accomplished 30 hours worth of composting advice and support in the local community.

There are currently 62 Master Composters in Herefordshire & Worcestershire.

All together Master Composters have given over 1000 hours towards promoting home composting and helping others to compost better in the last year alone as well over 5000 hours, since the scheme started in 2006.

Christopher Atkinson Worcestershire County Council's Senior Waste Prevention Officer said: "We are very grateful for the support we receive from Master Composters, who do a tremendous job advising and inspiring others to compost more effectively."

Master Composters have helped the councils' Waste Prevention Team at large events like Pershore Carnival, Malvern Fringe Festival and Discover Bewdley, this summer, as well as running their own stands at local fetes, flower shows and festivals. 

Collectively they have helped and advised hundreds of budding home composters as well as encouraged those who are yet to take up the art of home composting to give it a try. Compost bins are available to residents of Herefordshire & Worcestershire from as little as £13 (including delivery).

Find out more by calling 01905 766883 or by visiting the composting pages here at Let's Waste Less