Green-fingered islanders are being asked what makes their garden grow as part of plans that could reduce the need to import compost and artificial fertilisers.
Guernsey Waste has launched a survey to learn what products islanders are currently using in their gardens and gauge demand for locally produced compost.
Currently, around 12,000 tonnes of household and commercial green waste are collected each year.
This is shredded at Mont Cuet and then composted for several months, to turn the material into a compost-like soil conditioner that can be collected from Longue Hougue for free.
Guernsey Waste is looking at ways to speed up the process, whilst maintaining quality.
Sustainability officer, Douglas Button, says they want to hear from households, commercial gardening firms and farmers.
“We are looking to improve the current operations, to ensure they work as efficiently as possible and deliver the maximum benefit to the island.
"The feedback from the survey will provide useful information to gauge what products islanders are currently using and the reasons behind their choices.
"So, whether you’re a keen gardener, a frequent user of the green waste site, or simply interested in supporting more sustainable practices, we would like to hear from you.”
The survey will be live until 15 June.
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