What Can I Compost?

Each composter has a slightly different list depending on their composting process. See below for guidance on what Farmer Pirates Compost accepts! Like to see a list? Check out our What to Compost Flyer. Into apps? We have a partnership with Betterbin.

Farmer Pirates compost certification logos

What Can You Compost With Farmer Pirates?

In general if it was once living or made from something that was once alive, you can compost it! This includes all foods with the exception of MEAT, BONES, and bulk OILS. Non-food products should be BPI, TUV, or CMA-W Certified. If not, please don't put it in your bucket, tote, or drop off bin.

The Betterbin app logo

Make Composting Easy with the Betterbin app

Farmer Pirates Compost teamed up with Betterbin to offer our composters a one-stop-shop to answer all your composting questions. Choose an option below that works for you. Once in the app, create an account and search for Farmer Pirates. You’ll be all set to search away!

How to use the app

  • A search icon

    Search

    Search for a material or product to find out if it’s accepted by Farmer Pirates. Can’t find something? Take a photo to submit a request. Betterbin will send you instructions and add it to the Farmer Pirates list!

  • A thumbs up icon

    Learn

    Receive Farmer Pirates specific instructions based on the product or material that you searched for, either showing it is accepted or not.

  • An update icon

    Updates

    Look out for occasional Farmer Pirates Compost news, updates, and seasonal tips and tricks.

Got Questions?
We’ve got answers.