The Compost Research & Education Foundation is a national organization that is focused on supporting and advancing compost use and the composting industry, along with their partner organization, the United States Composting Council (USCC). From the CREF Mission Statement: The Compost Research and Education Foundation supports initiatives that enhance the stature and practices of [...]
Our key focus at Naturcycle is “Restoring Earth” and our compost is an important tool to achieve that goal. We offer a wide variety of compost types for various applications. We often field questions and review project specifications that require peat, but what is peat? Why is compost a better substitute? Defined by the International [...]
Congratulations to our friends at Recover Green Roofs for winning the Health and Wellness Award for their work on the rooftop farm at Boston Medical Center from Built Environment Plus during the 2021 Green Building Showcase! Recover Green Roofs designed and installed the 7,000 square foot rooftop farm using aerated media modules that contain the [...]
The Hudson River Park Trust, established in 1998, is tasked with developing Manhattan’s western shoreline into a series of parks and natural areas for public benefit. Encompassing dozens of completed and ongoing projects, the Hudson River Park is a valuable asset for both the millions of people that utilize the grounds annually and the [...]
The Empire Farm Days is an annual showcase held this year from August 3-5 in Pompey, NY. “The event is the largest outdoor agricultural trade show in the Northeastern U.S., showcasing all the latest tractors, farm implements, dairy industry innovations alongside working demonstrations, live animal seminars, and more than 600 exhibits loaded with the [...]
We are excited to announce that the Organic Materials Review Institute (OMRI) has determined that Naturcycle Compost MT is allowed for use in compliance with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Organic Program as a crop fertilizer and soil amendment! Manufactured by the Morris County Municipal Utilities Authority (MCMUA) at their Mount [...]
We can look to our history for many examples of individuals who made an impactful difference, creating positive change in their neighborhoods, their cities, and their world. This video, produced by Vox Media, highlights the efforts of Hattie Carthan and Liz Christy, both residents of New York City, whose efforts to promote green space in [...]
As natural and organic solutions grow understanding the difference between things like Compost and Fertilizers is more critical then ever, even regulators have questions. One thing often overlooked is the speciation (Types) of Phosphorous in composts. All P is not created equal. Learn more about this issue from a true industry expert and industry trade [...]
Naturcycle is the leader in green roof media and logistics options in the New York and Boston regions. From small bags filled to order, super sacks delivered by a flat bed and moffet , and bulk haulers in dump trucks, trailers or more. Beyond the best products and service it is all our options for [...]
Intensive and Extensive Green Roof Media: What does it all mean? We often get questions about two common terms related to Green Roof Media (soil like substance): What is the difference between extensive and intensive soils? Extensive media is designed to be used in applications off 6 inches of depth or less. It tends to [...]
