
How to set up restaurant composting program
Launch a BOH/FOH composting program that works: bin layouts, hauler setup, roles, training, signage, and contamination controls, step by step.





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Iowa Waste Reduction Center, based in OFallon, MO, provides environmental consulting and education focused on food waste recycling and restaurant waste compliance. They assist Iowa small businesses with regulatory compliance, on-site audits, and waste reduction strategies including anaerobic digestion and composting. The center also offers energy efficiency audits and training to improve sustainability. Operating from the University of Northern Iowa, they support organizations with specialized environmental services.

Launch a BOH/FOH composting program that works: bin layouts, hauler setup, roles, training, signage, and contamination controls, step by step.

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