compost
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And for Michael, who loves gardening and growing flowers, it is collecting food waste for compost.
From BBC • Mar. 7, 2026
Last week, we reported on technology that turns loved ones into compost after death.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 13, 2026
But coyotes aren’t picky: They will eat what’s available including rabbits, raccoons, birds, insects, fruit, vegetables, the contents of your garbage or compost, outdoor pet food and small pets.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 8, 2026
Stewart opted out of the burial/cremation dichotomy, saying she wanted to become compost.
From Salon • Dec. 9, 2025
I leave the shoots in Zach’s truck for his compost pile and bike home crazy fast.
From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz
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