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A recent White Paper commissioned by the Minnesota Composting Council (MNCC) highlights concerns over the lack of standardized compost used in state projects. Issues such as inconsistent quality, immature compost, and the presence of invasive species have led to hesitation in using compost. The paper recommends establishing a compost certification program to ensure quality and suggests adopting the national definition of compost approved by the American Association of Plant Food Control Officials. The MNCC is in discussions with the MN Crop Improvement Association to move these recommendations forward. [Extracted from the article]

The article highlights the opening of Myplas USA's plastic film recycling facility in Minnesota, part of a collaborative effort to establish a regional circular economy for flexible films and packaging materials in the Upper Midwest. Led by Minnesota's MBOLD coalition, the initiative is supported by major investors, including General Mills, Schwan's Company, Charter Next Generation, Target, and Ecolab, with the facility expected to recycle nearly 90 million pounds of plastic waste annually.

The article focuses on Minnesota's new law, which expands the Standards for Labeling Plastic Bags law to include food and beverage products and other packaging claiming compostability. The law aims to reduce misleading claims, enhance composting facility efficiency and minimize contamination by setting criteria for labeling products as compostable starting from January 1, 2025.