Last year, with the help of our community, we were able to divert 82% of the waste created by the Western Montana Fair. With only a week away from the 2025 Western Montana Fair, we need help to beat last year's record! Your participation and enthusiasm for sustainability is essential in these efforts.

Summer in Missoula means farmer’s markets, backyard hangouts, float trips down the Clark Fork… and yes, some extra aroma from your curbside compost bin. But don’t sweat it, hot weather composting doesn’t have to stink.

Whether you’re a seasoned soil-saver or new to the bin game, here are some helpful summer tips to keep your compost routine smooth, clean, and pest-free.

Missoulians have the opportunity to work with local waste haulers to invest in local sustainability. By switching to every-other-week trash pickup through Grizzly Disposal and adding curbside composting with Missoula Compost Collection, you can build soil, save money, and support your community.

Earth Day reminds us not only of the beauty of our planet but also of the challenges we face, especially regarding our growing relationship with waste. Overproduction and overconsumption have led to an explosion of waste. From oversized portions to single-use plastics, waste isn’t just something we throw away; it’s something we’re surrounded by every day.

Missoula Compost has officially opened its first storefront inside the Home ReSource building; creating a new hub for community composting, soil products, and zero waste supplies just in time for Earth Week.