What really makes good compost? And how does compost connect to healthy soil and growing nutritious food?

Join Dr Ernie Harbott from Compost Culture for a practical and approachable session exploring the secrets of successful composting. Whether you’re growing food on a farm, in a backyard garden or from a balcony, you’ll come away with simple knowledge and practical tips you can put into action at home.

We’ll explore:

The foundations and principles of good composting
How compost supports healthy soils and thriving plants
The connection between soil health, compost and growing food
Practical troubleshooting and tips for home composting
Simple ways to turn everyday organic waste into a valuable resource

As part of the session, we’ll also package seeds for the Lake Mac Seed Library — helping share locally adapted seeds and build a more resilient community food system.

About Dr Ernie Harbott

Ernie is a passionate soil advocate, professional composter and educator with a background in Chemistry, Environmental Science and Biogeochemistry. She’s a Master Composter, Certified Soil Food Web Microscopist, and founder of Compost Culture and Soil Sisters Singleton.

Guided by the belief that one person can make a difference, Ernie shares practical, accessible composting knowledge to help people build healthy soils and grow nutrient-dense food.

Come along, get your hands dirty with some good compost knowledge, and discover how small changes at home can make a big difference.

Contact the host of Lake Mac Seed Library: Composting & Soil Health