Composting

A small, odor-resistant bin with a tight lid for collecting daily kitchen scraps before adding them to your main bin. Look for one with charcoal filters to control smell.

A durable outdoor bin or tumbler where your scraps actually break down into soil. Tumblers speed up the process and keep pests out — a good choice for Utah backyards.

Check whether your pile is heating up correctly (it should reach 130–160°F when active). Takes the guesswork out of knowing when your compost is working.