Rodent Resistance
Whenever you compost fruit and vegetable trimmings, the Health Department requires a rodent resistant system. A rodent-resistant bin has a secure top and bottom, and no holes larger than 1/4 inch. The most rodent-resistant bins are enclosed in 1/4 inch wire mesh. In addition, if you're adding food scraps to a rodent resistant bin, it's a good idea to turn the pile occasionally. Remember to always bury food waste below a pile of browns or aged compost. For information on how to compost fruit & vegetable trimmings (in or out of bins), see the Basic Composting and Worm Composting pages.
| Low maintenance (open piles), brushy, woody piles, and piles with large amounts of food scraps can attract rodents, as well as being potential nesting sites. Use a rodent resistant bin or don't add food scraps. Remember, if you compost following some basic rules, rodents won't be interested at all! |  |
