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Dirt Hugger is a regional composting company that supports a sustainable, local economy by collecting, processing, and utilizing valuable organic nutrients locally.
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Failure Part IX: Growing Pains
We always try to be transparent about what’s going on out here, if it’s good or bad. Lately, we’ve experienced some growing pains and unfortunately it has impacted our community. Our composting aromas have been stronger lately, and we apologize … Continue reading
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Now Hiring (Again!)
In the beginning (see photo) we thought we could make compost with pitch forks, shovels and garden hoses in Tyler’s back yard. We’ve grown beyond that point and now need heavy machinery to create, turn, and blend the piles of … Continue reading
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More Huggers, More Space!
We apologize for the radio silence as of late. It hasn’t been because we’ve slowed down, but that we’ve been buried in expansion. Most exciting is the addition of two new Dirt Huggers, Jim Dunlop and Kevin Tulley. Originally, we … Continue reading
Gift Certificates
If you’re like most people, the last thing on your mind right now is compost. Driving on snowy roads and staring at the grey sky seems a long way from spring flowers and April showers. That said, at least one … Continue reading
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Sold Out (Again)!!!
Before we started Dirt Hugger other composters had told us that spring would be the best season for compost sales, but that fall could also be strong. This spring we had the good fortune to sell through all of our … Continue reading
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Free Brush Month – The Dalles Disposal
November is free brush month at The Dalles Disposal. There were whirling debates and City Council subcommittees dedicated to burn bans and alternatives to burning – and here is an existing solution! Bring your yard debris or brush down to … Continue reading
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Summer Scenes
This summer has been a busy one. We’ve had a lot of early mornings, late nights, and made a bunch of compost. Check out this photo essay of the Dirt Hugger summer. compost customer- Nora’s Table the site after … Continue reading
Full Circle
Last Friday was a particularly rewarding day for the Dirt Hugger crew on a personal level. In the morning we received the now customary delivery of Brew Dew (a mix of spilled beer and yeast) from Full Sail. We apply … Continue reading
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New (Smaller) Screens
This past spring was our first season of selling and delivering compost. In preparation for selling compost we have been experimenting with all of the composting variables: recipes, moisture levels, curing times, and screens. In addition to some positive comments, the … Continue reading
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Back in Business!
The no wind gods were kind to us today and made it possible to start screening the second batch of compost. We now have more nutrient-rich soil available for pick up or delivery. If you’re interested please get in touch.
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