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Guernsey Offers Free Nutrient-Rich Compost via Windrow Program

6/14/2026

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The States of Guernsey will provide free compost to residents through a windrow composting program.
The windrow process at Mont Cuet turns thousands of tonnes of garden waste into uniform, nutrient-rich soil.
Douglas Button and Robert Roussel said the program creates a solution that is superior to the island’s previous compost.
Residents may collect free compost at Longue Hougue, with larger amounts on request from Guernsey Waste for pickup there.

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The States of Guernsey will provide free compost to residents through a windrow composting program.
The windrow process at Mont Cuet turns thousands of tonnes of garden waste into uniform, nutrient-rich soil.
Douglas Button and Robert Roussel said the program creates a solution that is superior to the island’s previous compost.
Residents may collect free compost at Longue Hougue, with larger amounts on request from Guernsey Waste for pickup there.