Earthcycle earns compost certification

Earthcycle earns compost certification

Nova Scotia, Canada-based CKF Inc.’s Earthcycle brand has earned European HOME compost certification.

Earthcycle is a product line of molded fiber packaging for fresh produce.

“We know that home composting is an effective waste reduction tool. Not only does home composting offer waste collection savings to municipalities, but it also creates an excellent growing medium for use in consumer’s gardens and a great educational opportunity for kids,” Brad Dennis, vice president of sales and marketing, said in a news release.

Earthcycle also has certifications from OK Compost, Din Certco and BPI Industrial Composting, according to the release.

Come learn more about it at CKF's booth No. 5747 at Produce Marketing Association's Fresh Summit 2017 expo Oct. 19-21 in New Orleans.

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