Whether it's done in your backyard, apartment or in a large-scale, centralized facility, composting helps to keep organic material out of landfills. Composting at home is an economical and convenient alternative to give your yard and food debris a second life. It is “natural” recycling at its best, using waste and transforming it into a quality product you can use to cultivate healthier plants, improve your soil, and decrease your impact on the environment.