Green fingered pupils got hands on with compost when they paid a visit to Trimdon for top tips from some master composters recently.
Bishop Auckland College students looked in on Trimdon Community Garden where they saw successful composting and the benefits it brings to growing fruit and vegetables.
Durham County Council’s voluntary master composter, Mary Robinson, showed them around the garden and gave advice on how to make the best compost.
The students are working towards their National Proficiency Test Council (NPTC) Skills for Working Life qualification and the visit formed part of their studies. They have their own garden at Woodhouse Community Allotments where they will use their new found skills.
Mary, who helps the council promote the benefits of composting, said, “It was a great day for the students to gain hands on experience of composting. They were very keen to learn about the garden as part of their studies and it helped raise their awareness about composting in their own garden.
“The more people who take part in composting the less garden and kitchen waste will go to landfill.”
For more information about composting, visit www.durham.gov.uk or telephone 0191 383 5674.
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