Current and future North American compost markets
As composting grows in popularity and research continues, the science of composting is becoming better understood. The successful marketing and distribution of composted products, however, is less than an exact science. In order to develop a successful compost marketing program, it is important to understand current and potential compost markets, their specific applications for compost products, their product quality requirements, and their current level of acceptance for specific products. It is also important to understand that specific barriers to market development exist, as do specific challenges. When preparing to approach specific compost markets, we must first consider the characteristics of our particular compost product. The specific chemical, physical, and biological characteristics of a product will affect our ability to market it within specific markets. Producing a product of consistent quality or possessing consistent characteristics will also influence its acceptability within specific markets. The ability to meet other end user requirements, such as providing technical assistance and service, are also factor not often considered. It is necessary to educate end users regarding proper compost use, as well as to address stigmas that may be attached to the product. False marketing barriers, based on regulatory issues, must be removed and market related research and planning must be approached with the same seriousness as design and operational considerations.
- OSTI ID:
- 96126
- Report Number(s):
- CONF-950166-; TRN: 95:005788-0013
- Resource Relation:
- Conference: U.S./Canadian Federation solid waste management conference, Washington, DC (United States), 17-20 Jan 1995; Other Information: PBD: 1995; Related Information: Is Part Of Proceedings of the 1995 US/Canadian federal solid waste management conference; PB: 402 p.
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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