Master Composter TRAINING

  

The Master Composter Training Program is offered in partnership with the Rutgers Cooperative Extension and NJ Composting Council. Participants get an in-depth look at how to compost. Composting is a great way to turn kitchen scraps and yard waste into a nutrient rich, soil-building boost for your garden. You'll learn how it works, what you'll need to do it, and how to get the most out of your composting efforts. No prior experience is needed!
 

2026 Master Composter Class

The program cost is $60. 
Once registration is recieved and approved, ACUA staff will send a link with payment information. 


Day 1: Thursday, February 5 - 5:30 pm – Introduction to Composting 
Day 2: Thursday, February 12 - 5:30 pm – Soil and Compost (virtual)
Day 3: Thursday, February 19 - 5:30 pm – Composting with Manures
Day 4: Saturday, February 21 – 9 am – Field trip! View Local Composting Processes. 
Day 5: Thursday, February 26 - 5:30 pm – Vermicomposting 
Day 6: Thursday, March 5 - 5:30 pm – Commercial Composting (virtual)
Day 7: Thursday, March 12 - 5:30 pm – Community Composting

Registration for the 2026 Class is full. If you are interested in joining us next year, fill out the form below to be informed about when it is announced:

How to Compost:

Outside of the Master Composter Training Class, the ACUA and Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Atlantic County offer opportunities to learn about backyard composting throughout the year. Email ar@acua.com to learn more. 

If you would like to get assistance, or have questions about backyard composting or the training itself, please email us!  

PAST PARTICIPANTS

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