Compostable plastics could be part of a solution to the world's plastic waste problem. But currently these materials need ...

Scientists have found a way to remove antibiotic resistant genes from industrial compost, which could prevent them entering the food chain. At an industrial scale, compost, such as manure, is produced ...

Researchers at Michigan State University say they've developed a new biodegradable plastic alternative that's easier to compost. The team created a bio-based polymer blend that’s compostable in both ...

At an industrial scale, compost, such as manure, is produced by mixing plant and animal waste. Manure, however, is likely to contain antibiotic-resistant genes if animals have been treated with ...

Most gardeners understand that composting is a good idea. Fewer realize there are genuinely distinct methods, each with its ...

“Biodegradable” has become one of the most reassuring words in modern packaging. It appears on coffee cups, shopping bags and food containers, implying a promise: this product is better for the ...