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It can be tough to find a gift that shows Dad how much you love and appreciate him. Instead of buying another tie that will collect dust in the closet or a high-tech gadget that will be obsolete by Christmas, invest in something that provides value year-round. The GEOBIN Composter makes for a unique gift that the dad in your life will appreciate—here’s why:

Compost helps you grow strong & healthy fruits and vegetables.

If your dad has a green thumb, he’ll love how compost provides a boost of nutrients to his fruits and vegetables. Vegetables grown in soil enriched with compost are richer in vitamins and minerals, and they have a more diverse nutrient profile. Compost adds valuable nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium to the soil, which all help plants thrive.

Composting helps reduce household food waste.

In a 2018 study, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) estimated that more food reached landfills and combustion facilities than any other single material in our everyday trash, at 24% of the amount landfilled and 22% of the amount combusted with energy recovery. Composting helps divert this organic material from landfills, which reduces harmful methane emissions. When food waste is unavoidable, composting can minimize the effects by returning this organic material to the earth.

Adding compost to your garden can reduce or eliminate the need for chemical fertilizers.

By composting, Dad will save money on store-bought fertilizers. Instead of using expensive fertilizers that contain harsh chemicals, he will have an unlimited supply of nutrient-dense compost to add to his plants.

Using compost instead of chemical fertilizers benefits your soil and the environment. Overuse of fertilizers can harden the soil, decrease fertility, pollute air and water, and release greenhouse gases, thereby increasing hazards to human health and the environment.

Composting saves you money on the household water bill.

Compost improves the soil’s ability to retain water, especially in sandy areas. When you add this organic material to the soil in your garden, it will require less watering which can save money and resources. In addition to moisture, compost also promotes nutrient retention in plants.

Composting turns yard waste into nutrient-dense compost.

If maintaining the yard is a priority for the dad in your life, a compost bin will help manage yard waste. Throughout the spring and summer seasons, lawn trimmings, branches, and fallen debris can create considerable amounts of waste. Not only does this make your yard look unkempt, but some municipalities or smaller rural communities may not have yard waste pickup services.

Instead of letting piles of yard debris grow or paying for waste disposal, composting can turn that yard waste into a soil amendment packed with nutrients. Just be sure to break up or shred branches and other large objects before adding them to your compost bin.

Composting is a great excuse to get outside and enjoy the fresh air.

Spending time outdoors is good for you! Not only does it help increase levels of Vitamin D, but it also provides an opportunity to sneak in some exercise without even realizing it. Composting can help Dad live a happier, healthier life.

The GEOBIN Composter is the most affordable and largest capacity composting bin on the market. It’s easy to set up and ideal for all skill levels—from beginners to master gardeners. Order the GEOBIN Composter online today and give Dad a gift that he’ll enjoy for years to come.