Composting is also possible to do right in your backyard, or with a local vendor's composting service. Composting is a great alternative to throwing away food scraps. Food scraps and yard waste currently make up approximately 30 percent of our trash! Check out our brochures (below) to learn how you can start composting today.
Meat and dairy items are prohibited (not allowed) for backyard composting in New Hampshire.
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Acceptable items vary by vendor. The State of New Hampshire has different restrictions for backyard composting compared to vendor pick-up. Make sure to review both the New Hampshire and Manchester guidelines and ordinances before starting.