The 3-Bin Compost System located at D-Town Farms, works by moving organic materials through three stages of breakdown and transformation. Fresh food scraps and plant waste are added to the first bin, where composting begins. Once the bin is full, the material is turned and moved into the second bin, where it actively breaks down with regular mixing and airflow to speed the process. Finally, the compost is transferred to the third bin to finish curing into dark, nutrient-rich soil, which can then be returned to the farm to improve soil health and support growing food.

The MegaReencle, located at the Detroit People’s Food Co-Op, is a high-capacity, on-site food waste composting system that works in conjunction with the 3-bin compost system at D-Town Farm to create a closed-loop composting process. Implemented in November of 2025, this compost digester aerobically incorporates a microbial compound into food waste, reducing its volume by up to 90% within approximately 24 hours while minimizing odors. The resulting material is then transported to D-Town Farm, where it is further composted, cured, and ultimately applied to the soil-diverting organic waste from landfills and supporting healthy food production in Detroit.

Coming December 2025

The City of Detroit's compost program turns food scraps into a valuable resource for local farms and gardens. By processing organic waste locally, the program produces nutrient-rich compost soil amendments that help boost soil health and support sustainable food production. This initiative not only reduces waste but also contributes to the vitality of urban agriculture in Detroit, creating a positive cycle of local growth, nourishment, and community resilience.