We would typically recommend the 50/50 compost mix for raised beds. It is cost effective, and will also contain half premium compost, which means less weed seeds.

We recommend using premium compost or the 50/50 compost mix due to the fact that these products will have the smallest amount of weed seeds.

Composts are generally not certified as “organic” but reviewed with an on-site visit to determine that they are “suitable for organic production.” Certified organic producers must only use compost that has been reviewed and approved for use on organic farms. Due to the fact that we accept yard waste on our premises, we have chosen not to go through the process of being organically certified. However, if organic compositiion is a concern, we would recommend using our premium compost product. Premium compost is made from cow/goat manure and mixed with horse bedding or wood chips as a carbon source. We do not add other yard waste products that, although unlikely, could have potential yard waste related chemicals. We do not add any chemicals or genetically-modified ingredients to our compost products. We cannot control the feed stocks that the cows or goats are eating, and thereby producing manure from.

Yes. Even compost produced in an enclosed facility with controlled feed stocks have the ability to have weed seeds! Animals eat weed seeds that can be digested and eliminated in the manure. Of course compost created from yard waste products also have a natural capacity to contain weed seeds. The key to eliminating weed seeds to be sure the compost reaches a high temperature during the decomposition process. In making our premium compost, our goal is to have our compost reach 160 degrees. This high temperature kills the majority of weed seeds, making it a nutrient dense and clean. Our Grade #2 compost is made from decomposed organic material such as leaves, grass and wood chips. We do not put this product into windrows or add nitrogen (manure, etc.) to make this compost "hot". While it does not contain a significant amount of weeds, there will likely be some.

Yes, we screen our compost with a 1/4" screen. It is very spreadable and easy to work with.

One cubic yard of compost is two skid loader scoops of compost. Most standard size pickups will hold 1-1.5 cubic yards of compost.

Yes, we prefer an appointment to pick up compost. We have livestock on other farms that we need to care for and are often off site or at the back of the property. If you would like to pick up compost same day and there are no appointments times available, please text or call the Steenhoek Environmental line and if someone is available to load you, we will try to accomodate your request.

We can use our skidloader or tractor to load trucks, trailers or dump trucks that have an open top. We cannot load vehicles that have a top, such a a U-Haul trailer, etc.

No. Unfortunately we cannot load a car or van. However, you may load your own compost into your vehicle.

We hire an independent, professional trucking company for out of town deliveries. They can transport compost products nearly anywhere, for the indicated hourly trucking fee (includes loading time and unloading time).

No. Unfortunately, compost products will mix while being loaded or being dumped. Therefore, we will not allow more than one compost product per delivery to ensure quality.

For compost orders of 6 CY or larger, we will hire an independent trucking company that uses a tandem axle dump truck. These trucks may haul up to 16 CY of compost. All out of town orders will be delivered this way. For local compost orders of 5 CY or smaller, a dump trailer or smaller tandem axle dump truck may be used when available.

Invoices will be sent to the email address you provided when scheduling your compost order online. A link is provided to make your payment online. If you choose to pay with check or cash, please call and discuss payment arrangements. In most cases, drivers cannot take the payment, so we will need to find an alternate arrangement. Thank you.