Lake Mac Seed Library: Composting & Soil Health

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.