, and others. A total of 8,245 tons were received in the 12-month period (Table 1). About 77% of the incoming material came from the Dairy Farm. The facility generated compost and amended soil primarily for campus use. A total of 5,495 tons was outgoing from the facility (Table 1), of which 2,234 tons was low quality compost or manure that was applied to cropland in spring 2010. The severe winter prevented this material from composting completely. The primary product of the facility was amended soil; approximately 2,751 tons of amended soil was generated. Amended soil is a blend of compost, soil and sand. The ISU Compost Facility continues to serve a unique and vital role in assisting ISU be "greener" and more sustainable. The staff continues to learn how to improve the management of the compost to benefit the university.
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