What to compost
Compostable food service packaging is no longer accepted at Green Mountain Compost as of January 1, 2022.
The UVM compost guide
Food Scraps and Leftovers
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- Fruits and vegetables (please remove stickers)
- All food waste including meat
- Fats and oils
- Meat and bones
- Fish and seafood, including shells
- Eggs and egg shells
- Milk, cheese and all other dairy products
- Bread, pasta and grains
- Coffee grounds and tea leaves
- Condiments (ketchup, mustard, etc.)
- Soups and sauces
- Chewing gum
The following non-food materials are still accepted:
- Paper napkins and paper towels
- Uncoated paper bags used to line food scrap containers
- Sandwich skewers and toothpicks (no plastic frills)
- Wooden coffee stirrers and chop sticks
- Coffee filters and teabags
Food Service Packaging
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Compostable food service packaging is no longeraccepted at Green Mountain Compost as of January 1, 2022