Dark, rich, compost being held in someone's hands

Learn to Compost To Improve Your Soil - Milpitas

Date & Time

July 18, 2026 from 11:00am to 12:30pm

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Venue

Milpitas Library

160 North Main Street
Milpitas, CA 95035
United States

This is an in-person event

Registration is not required for this free event.

About the Event

Transform your household waste into a nutrient-rich soil amendment! This Master Gardener library talk covers the essentials of making and using compost. Learn how compost improves soil structure, aids moisture retention, and supplies slow-release nutrients. Join composting experts to explore backyard and worm composting through live, actionable demonstrations. 

Agenda 

  • The science of soil & composting
  • Backyard piles demystified
  • Worm composting (vermicomposting)
  • Applying Your harvest

Agenda

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By Jennifer Doniach and Terry Andre

Main presentation

Location: Milpitas Library

Speakers of the Event

Jennifer Doniach and Terry Andre

UC Master Gardener Volunteers

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