Farm Composting Regulations

Farm Composting Regulations

MDAR has proposed new composting regulations requiring farms to obtain a permit to compost for commercial and retail purposes. The current language of the regulation, if unchanged, could require onerous efforts on your behalf to comply. Details about the proposed changes are here. CMG is in agreement with the MA Food System Collaborative that the regulations are "open to interpretation, portions are difficult for farmers to meet, and they use language that is directly from the commercial composting regulations, some of which may be inappropriate for on-farm operations."MDAR has extended the comment period to September 3rd. Let you voice be heard on this subject that directly impacts your farm business here: https://mafoodsystem.org/news/compost0819/