KSDK's Heidi Glaus and St. Louis Composting's Patrick Geraty Mix It Up with the Belleville Facility's "Big Green Machine." - April 15, 2009

As the weather warms up more people will get outside and garden. But what do you know about composting?
This morning Heidi Glaus learned that composting sends less waste to landfills. Plus, using compost returns nutrients to the land, holds moisture in your garden or lawn and naturally fertilizes the soil.

She also learned you can cut out the middle man and buy compost straight from St. Louis Composting which will save you money.

For more information, like finding a facility near you click on the link to the right.

Catch NewsChannel 5's Heidi Glaus' report.