The Daily Compost
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Real-life composting tips from a dad of 4 and lifelong composter. CEO in the food packaging industry, working to reduce environmental impact from the inside out. Less waste, richer soil, a better planet. 🍌🍎 thedailycompost.com
While my kids enjoy their fluffy, sweet Saturday-morning pancakes, I get my own little joy—tossing the leftover crumbs straight into the compost bin! From my toddler’s highchair tray to the kitchen compost bin it goes. 🥞
#happysaturday #composteverything #pancakelovers
#happysaturday #composteverything #pancakelovers
November 22, 2025 at 5:50 PM
While my kids enjoy their fluffy, sweet Saturday-morning pancakes, I get my own little joy—tossing the leftover crumbs straight into the compost bin! From my toddler’s highchair tray to the kitchen compost bin it goes. 🥞
#happysaturday #composteverything #pancakelovers
#happysaturday #composteverything #pancakelovers
Not all plastic bags belong in the trash! 🌱 Many, like this brown sugar bag, can actually be recycled. But instead of tossing them in your curbside recycling, return them to the store. Look for the recyclable symbol on the packaging to be sure! ♻️ #recyclingplastic #recyclingtips #sustainableliving
November 22, 2025 at 4:49 AM
Not all plastic bags belong in the trash! 🌱 Many, like this brown sugar bag, can actually be recycled. But instead of tossing them in your curbside recycling, return them to the store. Look for the recyclable symbol on the packaging to be sure! ♻️ #recyclingplastic #recyclingtips #sustainableliving
Before tossing a jar that once held something sticky into the recycling bin, it's recommended to give it a good rinse to improve material recovery.
But cleaning sticky jars can be a real challenge. 🥜🍫
Here’s my simple trick — all you need is hot water and a little shaking power… ♻️💪
#homehacks
But cleaning sticky jars can be a real challenge. 🥜🍫
Here’s my simple trick — all you need is hot water and a little shaking power… ♻️💪
#homehacks
November 20, 2025 at 11:08 PM
Before tossing a jar that once held something sticky into the recycling bin, it's recommended to give it a good rinse to improve material recovery.
But cleaning sticky jars can be a real challenge. 🥜🍫
Here’s my simple trick — all you need is hot water and a little shaking power… ♻️💪
#homehacks
But cleaning sticky jars can be a real challenge. 🥜🍫
Here’s my simple trick — all you need is hot water and a little shaking power… ♻️💪
#homehacks
I know… who drinks coffee at 6 PM, right?! ☕️ But sometimes you just need a little extra boost in the middle of the day. So here I am, brewing a cup—and giving my compost bin some quality coffee grounds at the same time!
#latecoffee #cupofcoffee #composteverything
#latecoffee #cupofcoffee #composteverything
November 20, 2025 at 3:23 AM
I know… who drinks coffee at 6 PM, right?! ☕️ But sometimes you just need a little extra boost in the middle of the day. So here I am, brewing a cup—and giving my compost bin some quality coffee grounds at the same time!
#latecoffee #cupofcoffee #composteverything
#latecoffee #cupofcoffee #composteverything
I’ve lost count of how many times a day I scoop up food dropped by my kids 😅. Most of it—including this banana peel—gets a second life in my compost! 🍌🌱
#composteverything #compostingtips #toddlerlife
#composteverything #compostingtips #toddlerlife
November 19, 2025 at 4:05 AM
I’ve lost count of how many times a day I scoop up food dropped by my kids 😅. Most of it—including this banana peel—gets a second life in my compost! 🍌🌱
#composteverything #compostingtips #toddlerlife
#composteverything #compostingtips #toddlerlife
Here’s my son proving that recycling isn’t just for adults! 🌱
Separating what goes where takes only a few seconds, but it makes a big difference for the planet. ♻️
#RecyclingWithKids #recycling #sustainableliving
Separating what goes where takes only a few seconds, but it makes a big difference for the planet. ♻️
#RecyclingWithKids #recycling #sustainableliving
November 17, 2025 at 9:21 PM
Here’s my son proving that recycling isn’t just for adults! 🌱
Separating what goes where takes only a few seconds, but it makes a big difference for the planet. ♻️
#RecyclingWithKids #recycling #sustainableliving
Separating what goes where takes only a few seconds, but it makes a big difference for the planet. ♻️
#RecyclingWithKids #recycling #sustainableliving
Just had to share how easy it is to empty the Reencle system: all you need is a shovel (or your hands!) and a pail—plus a little help from your toddler to give it a gentle tap! 😄 The Reencle turns scraps into compost that’s nearly ready to use. Watch each step:
#Reencle #compostingtips #tumbler
#Reencle #compostingtips #tumbler
November 16, 2025 at 9:34 PM
Just had to share how easy it is to empty the Reencle system: all you need is a shovel (or your hands!) and a pail—plus a little help from your toddler to give it a gentle tap! 😄 The Reencle turns scraps into compost that’s nearly ready to use. Watch each step:
#Reencle #compostingtips #tumbler
#Reencle #compostingtips #tumbler
A mysterious trail of toilet paper appeared in the house this morning, and I already have one prime suspect... 🕵️♀️
It can’t be rolled back up or reused, but at least it’ll have a noble ending—in the compost bin! 🌱
#composteverything #toiletpaper #toddlerstuff
It can’t be rolled back up or reused, but at least it’ll have a noble ending—in the compost bin! 🌱
#composteverything #toiletpaper #toddlerstuff
November 16, 2025 at 4:03 AM
A mysterious trail of toilet paper appeared in the house this morning, and I already have one prime suspect... 🕵️♀️
It can’t be rolled back up or reused, but at least it’ll have a noble ending—in the compost bin! 🌱
#composteverything #toiletpaper #toddlerstuff
It can’t be rolled back up or reused, but at least it’ll have a noble ending—in the compost bin! 🌱
#composteverything #toiletpaper #toddlerstuff
My kids have been really curious about how to recycle or compost the food containers they use throughout the day. So here I am, teaching my son how to properly dispose of yogurt cups that are recyclable. ♻️
Check it out!
#yogurtcups #recyclablepackaging #RecyclingWithKids
Check it out!
#yogurtcups #recyclablepackaging #RecyclingWithKids
November 14, 2025 at 9:19 PM
My kids have been really curious about how to recycle or compost the food containers they use throughout the day. So here I am, teaching my son how to properly dispose of yogurt cups that are recyclable. ♻️
Check it out!
#yogurtcups #recyclablepackaging #RecyclingWithKids
Check it out!
#yogurtcups #recyclablepackaging #RecyclingWithKids
A few weeks ago, I shared this simple—but insanely effective—fruit fly trap I made: a glass jar, a few holes in the lid, some vinegar and honey 🪰
Well, I’m happy to report that since putting it into action, this trap has been literally KILLING it! 💥
#fruitflytrap #Fruitflies #ByeBugs
Well, I’m happy to report that since putting it into action, this trap has been literally KILLING it! 💥
#fruitflytrap #Fruitflies #ByeBugs
November 13, 2025 at 9:31 PM
A few weeks ago, I shared this simple—but insanely effective—fruit fly trap I made: a glass jar, a few holes in the lid, some vinegar and honey 🪰
Well, I’m happy to report that since putting it into action, this trap has been literally KILLING it! 💥
#fruitflytrap #Fruitflies #ByeBugs
Well, I’m happy to report that since putting it into action, this trap has been literally KILLING it! 💥
#fruitflytrap #Fruitflies #ByeBugs
How can a cold help you grow stronger plants in your balcony or backyard?🤔
Check out the video and find out...
#composteverything #fallvibes
Check out the video and find out...
#composteverything #fallvibes
November 13, 2025 at 5:41 AM
How can a cold help you grow stronger plants in your balcony or backyard?🤔
Check out the video and find out...
#composteverything #fallvibes
Check out the video and find out...
#composteverything #fallvibes
We have plenty of these brain-like fruits here in Wichita. According to the app PictureThis, they’re osage oranges. While not edible for humans—bitter taste and irritating sap—squirrels seem to love them! 🐿️
Have you ever seen these? Share a photo! 🌳
#osageorange #picturethis #weirdfruit
Have you ever seen these? Share a photo! 🌳
#osageorange #picturethis #weirdfruit
November 11, 2025 at 10:10 PM
We have plenty of these brain-like fruits here in Wichita. According to the app PictureThis, they’re osage oranges. While not edible for humans—bitter taste and irritating sap—squirrels seem to love them! 🐿️
Have you ever seen these? Share a photo! 🌳
#osageorange #picturethis #weirdfruit
Have you ever seen these? Share a photo! 🌳
#osageorange #picturethis #weirdfruit
Working in the garden is always rewarding — growing healthy, pesticide-free food is great, but spending time outside with my kids (and dogs!) teaching them to care for our plants, animals, and planet? That’s priceless. 🌿❄️ #gardeningwithkids #familyworkingtogether
November 10, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Working in the garden is always rewarding — growing healthy, pesticide-free food is great, but spending time outside with my kids (and dogs!) teaching them to care for our plants, animals, and planet? That’s priceless. 🌿❄️ #gardeningwithkids #familyworkingtogether
Peppermint, spearmint, chocolate mint… I grew all kinds of this fragrant plant in my garden over the summer. Now it’s time to trim them and store the leaves. It’s a lot of work, but I’m counting on my toddler’s help! 😝
#fallharvest #PlantTrimming #MintPlant
#fallharvest #PlantTrimming #MintPlant
November 10, 2025 at 2:25 AM
Peppermint, spearmint, chocolate mint… I grew all kinds of this fragrant plant in my garden over the summer. Now it’s time to trim them and store the leaves. It’s a lot of work, but I’m counting on my toddler’s help! 😝
#fallharvest #PlantTrimming #MintPlant
#fallharvest #PlantTrimming #MintPlant
November 9, 2025 at 4:22 AM
November is all about gratitude—and one of the best ways to thank the Planet is by taking care of it! Composting at home may seem like a small action, but every little step adds up to a big difference. 🌎✨ Join the composting community!
#compostingcommunity #GratitudeSeason #thankyouearth
#compostingcommunity #GratitudeSeason #thankyouearth
November 7, 2025 at 9:36 PM
November is all about gratitude—and one of the best ways to thank the Planet is by taking care of it! Composting at home may seem like a small action, but every little step adds up to a big difference. 🌎✨ Join the composting community!
#compostingcommunity #GratitudeSeason #thankyouearth
#compostingcommunity #GratitudeSeason #thankyouearth
Juiced a bunch of apples or chopped a mountain of veggies? Those peels, seeds and stems don’t belong in the trash or garbage disposal — let them feed your compost! (Mine are happily composting in the Reencle system) 🍎🍏 #reencle #foodscraps #composteverything #applejuice #applesauce
November 7, 2025 at 5:10 AM
Juiced a bunch of apples or chopped a mountain of veggies? Those peels, seeds and stems don’t belong in the trash or garbage disposal — let them feed your compost! (Mine are happily composting in the Reencle system) 🍎🍏 #reencle #foodscraps #composteverything #applejuice #applesauce
This year’s backyard harvest was amazing—plenty of apples!🍎 We filled a bag, crushed them all (including the cores!) and made some delicious juice and apple sauce.
The leftover scraps go straight to compost, so nothing goes to waste.
#applejuice #nowaste #applesauce #fruitscraps #frommybackyard
The leftover scraps go straight to compost, so nothing goes to waste.
#applejuice #nowaste #applesauce #fruitscraps #frommybackyard
November 5, 2025 at 10:32 PM
This year’s backyard harvest was amazing—plenty of apples!🍎 We filled a bag, crushed them all (including the cores!) and made some delicious juice and apple sauce.
The leftover scraps go straight to compost, so nothing goes to waste.
#applejuice #nowaste #applesauce #fruitscraps #frommybackyard
The leftover scraps go straight to compost, so nothing goes to waste.
#applejuice #nowaste #applesauce #fruitscraps #frommybackyard
Here’s a handy tip for removing thick, dead plants: cut them at the base, leave the roots, and come back a few days later. The plant remnants dry out faster, making them much easier to pull.
Here I am removing my sunflower roots! 🌻💪
#sunflowers #gardeningtips #fallgardening #backyardcleanup
Here I am removing my sunflower roots! 🌻💪
#sunflowers #gardeningtips #fallgardening #backyardcleanup
November 4, 2025 at 9:43 PM
Here’s a handy tip for removing thick, dead plants: cut them at the base, leave the roots, and come back a few days later. The plant remnants dry out faster, making them much easier to pull.
Here I am removing my sunflower roots! 🌻💪
#sunflowers #gardeningtips #fallgardening #backyardcleanup
Here I am removing my sunflower roots! 🌻💪
#sunflowers #gardeningtips #fallgardening #backyardcleanup
My toddler’s favorite backyard activity? Picking raspberries!
It’s heartwarming to see my kids enjoying our garden as much as I love using our compost to grow these healthy, delicious plants. 🌱💚 #kidsinthegarden #raspberrypicking
It’s heartwarming to see my kids enjoying our garden as much as I love using our compost to grow these healthy, delicious plants. 🌱💚 #kidsinthegarden #raspberrypicking
November 3, 2025 at 10:04 PM
My toddler’s favorite backyard activity? Picking raspberries!
It’s heartwarming to see my kids enjoying our garden as much as I love using our compost to grow these healthy, delicious plants. 🌱💚 #kidsinthegarden #raspberrypicking
It’s heartwarming to see my kids enjoying our garden as much as I love using our compost to grow these healthy, delicious plants. 🌱💚 #kidsinthegarden #raspberrypicking
Halloween’s over — now what to do with all those pumpkins? 🎃
Look for a local Pumpkin Smash! It’s a fun (and sustainable) way to catapult or crush your pumpkins so they get composted instead of going to landfills. 🌎✨
#PumpkinSmash #CompostEverything
#Halloween #jackolantern
Look for a local Pumpkin Smash! It’s a fun (and sustainable) way to catapult or crush your pumpkins so they get composted instead of going to landfills. 🌎✨
#PumpkinSmash #CompostEverything
#Halloween #jackolantern
November 2, 2025 at 8:50 PM
Halloween’s over — now what to do with all those pumpkins? 🎃
Look for a local Pumpkin Smash! It’s a fun (and sustainable) way to catapult or crush your pumpkins so they get composted instead of going to landfills. 🌎✨
#PumpkinSmash #CompostEverything
#Halloween #jackolantern
Look for a local Pumpkin Smash! It’s a fun (and sustainable) way to catapult or crush your pumpkins so they get composted instead of going to landfills. 🌎✨
#PumpkinSmash #CompostEverything
#Halloween #jackolantern
This is the third cantaloupe that’s been attacked by critters in my backyard. I can’t really blame them—our cantaloupes are delicious! 🍈😅 It looks like the work of big animal, not insects—maybe a raccoon or a squirrel? 🦝🐿️
Any guesses?
#cantaloupe #fruitfromthebackyard #frommygarden
Any guesses?
#cantaloupe #fruitfromthebackyard #frommygarden
November 1, 2025 at 7:13 PM
This is the third cantaloupe that’s been attacked by critters in my backyard. I can’t really blame them—our cantaloupes are delicious! 🍈😅 It looks like the work of big animal, not insects—maybe a raccoon or a squirrel? 🦝🐿️
Any guesses?
#cantaloupe #fruitfromthebackyard #frommygarden
Any guesses?
#cantaloupe #fruitfromthebackyard #frommygarden
Parents of little kids know just how many paper towels we go through in a day, cleaning up messes everywhere. It’s a lot of waste, for sure, but it feels better knowing they’ll be composted and return to the soil. 🌱
#papertowel #compostingpaper #toddlermess
#papertowel #compostingpaper #toddlermess
November 1, 2025 at 4:18 AM
Parents of little kids know just how many paper towels we go through in a day, cleaning up messes everywhere. It’s a lot of waste, for sure, but it feels better knowing they’ll be composted and return to the soil. 🌱
#papertowel #compostingpaper #toddlermess
#papertowel #compostingpaper #toddlermess
It’s always exciting to see companies creating sustainable alternatives that help keep more waste out of our bins! ♻️🌱✨
#sodastream #recyclingeasy #recyclingright
#sodastream #recyclingeasy #recyclingright
October 31, 2025 at 2:57 AM
It’s always exciting to see companies creating sustainable alternatives that help keep more waste out of our bins! ♻️🌱✨
#sodastream #recyclingeasy #recyclingright
#sodastream #recyclingeasy #recyclingright
Harvest season is still going strong in my backyard!🍓🍅🥒 Picked some strawberries (not their best batch this time), plus cucumbers, beets and lots of tomatoes. I’m so pleased to see all that early spring work paying off! 🌱✨#backyardharvest #fruitsfrommyyard #tomatoes #cucumber #beets #strawberries
October 29, 2025 at 8:57 PM
Harvest season is still going strong in my backyard!🍓🍅🥒 Picked some strawberries (not their best batch this time), plus cucumbers, beets and lots of tomatoes. I’m so pleased to see all that early spring work paying off! 🌱✨#backyardharvest #fruitsfrommyyard #tomatoes #cucumber #beets #strawberries