How to sustainably manage autumn garden and food waste

Autumn is the season when biodegradable waste from gardens and households rises sharply, as fallen and damaged fruit, mown grass, leaves and other plant remains accumulate. A waste management company has outlined how such waste can be handled efficiently, reducing costs while turning it into a usable resource.

A company representative notes that properly sorted biodegradable waste is no longer just waste but a resource — separating food and garden waste reduces the volume of unsorted household waste and the associated costs, while also allowing the material to be recycled.

Composting as the most sustainable option

One of the most practical solutions is composting on one's own property. Damaged fruit, vegetables, leaves and grass can all go into a compost pile, eventually producing a valuable soil conditioner for the garden. This reduces the amount of waste that needs to be hauled away and helps return nutrients to the soil.

Bags, bins and municipal options

For waste that appears irregularly but in large quantities, prepaid special waste bags are available for purchase at several customer service centers and shops, or can be ordered remotely, subject to a minimum order of 10 bags and a 20-kilogram weight limit per bag.

For smaller, more regular amounts, a household biowaste bin may be sufficient — though it should not be packed too tightly, so it can be emptied fully. Residents are also encouraged to check with their local municipality, since many organize seasonal leaf and green waste collection campaigns or set up dedicated drop-off points in autumn.

When sorting, only plant-based waste and food scraps should go into biowaste containers — plastic, glass, metal, animal bedding and ashes must be excluded, as they hinder proper recycling.