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Your kitchen scraps deserve a better home than the garbage can — that's why we're digging into the details of composting in Kansas City, Missouri. The City of KCMO's new composting program is here to give two green thumbs up, with the help of KC Can Compost.

Before you get started

Use an uncoated paper bag
Do not throw loose scraps in the bins
The bins will be unlocked 24 hours a day
Composting is free for all residents

Where to go

Ed Wolfe Garage, 1120 Oak St.
KCMO Health Department, 2400 Troost Ave.
KCMO Parks & Recreation administrative building, 4600 E. 63rd Tfwy.
Next door at KC Water’s administrative building, 4800 E. 63rd Tfwy.

Two green thumbs

Acceptable compostable items include:

Meat + poultry
Fruits + vegetables
Coffee grounds, filters, and tea bags
Plants + flower scraps
Paper towels
Pizza boxes + takeout containers

Feeling unsure? Cross-check here.