Summerland Landfill Compost
Sale of Compost at Landfill
The Summerland Landfill creates two types of Class A compost. One compost type is derived from residential food scraps and the other separate type of compost is derived from waste water treatment plant sludge (biosolids). Each type of compost is sold at different prices.
The Summerland Landfill also sells a type of 'Topdressing' made of 50% biosolids compost and 50% sandy soil.
Bulk sale of compost and top dressing is available at the Landfill from 9:00am to 12:00pm (noon), Monday through Friday (except statutory holidays) for larger residential truck or trailer loads only. Customers must stay within their vehicles while compost being loaded.
Customers in smaller vehicles can collect compost from the container located beside the yard waste pile at the Summerland Landfill when the landfill is open. Please bring your own shovel and bags. Check with the Scale on what type of Class A compost is available at the container.
Vehicles bringing materials to the landfill must drop off their materials first and re-weight before purchasing compost.
Summerland Landfill Compost Handout
Landfill Fees and Charges (compost pricing by metric tonne in bylaw)
Common Questions and Answer on the Summerland Landfill Compost Site
Can I bring food scraps directly to the Landfill for composting?
Not at this time. Only food scraps collected from residential homes in Summerland will be collected for composting. There is no infrastructure for commercial businesses or multi-family residents to bring food scraps directly to the landfill.
Can I bring in culled fruit or organic byproducts from wineries or breweries?
Yes. Agricultural culled fruit or vegetables and byproducts containing only fruit or grain are accepted for composting. Businesses and agriculturists can contact the District of Summerland on how they can bring these materials for composting.
Are there any other communities that can bring materials to this compost site?
No. Only materials from the District of Summerland that are already coming to the Landfill will be received. No other communities are bringing materials to the Summerland Landfill Compost Site.
What if there is a smell at my property?
The District of Summerland already tracks all odour concerns raised by the public. The District will be required to mitigate any issues, such as odour, caused by the compost site. Odour complaints can be sent to the District Public Works and Infrastructure Office at works@summerland.ca or call 250-494-0431.
For More Information
Please contact Summerland Works and Infrastructure for further information.