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Producing quality farm-made compost since 1977
​Michael P. Merner, founder
Jayne Merner , owner and farmers daughter


Rhode Island's Oldest Operating Farm Composter​

We are open
​year-round

Monday-Friday 8am-4pm
Saturday 8am-12pm
Saturdays beginning March 22, 2025.

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In 1977, Michael Merner had an epiphany while standing in the home garden on his small farm; “ Living soil is the foundation of our well being. A nourishing soil produces healthy plants, which leads to healthy animals, people and a sustainable planet.” Mike began making compost soon after that  realization. Forty-eight years later, Mike and his wife still live and advise on the farm that their daughter, Jayne Merner, manages (with lots of help from the family and dedicated staff). ​

Composting: A Cooperative Effort
Composting is a cooperative effort between man and other kingdoms in nature to accelerate the process of making rich, healthy, living soil. This is an active process happening all around us in nature.  We are creating an environment that is attractive to our allies in decomposition: a nutrient rich, well-aerated pile of diverse ingredients.  The actual transformation of raw materials into finished, healthy compost is performed by numerous beneficial bacteria, fungi, and lower animals along with the elemental forces of air, heat, and water. Composting is a remarkable biological recycling process. Among many other things, it demonstrates that there is no such thing as waste in nature. ​
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  • Home
  • Products
    • Swag
    • Screened Compost
    • Raised Bed Mix
    • Order Farm Produce
  • Where & How to Buy
  • About
    • Hours, Contact, Directions
    • Jobs/Volunteers
    • Consulting with Jayne
    • All About Compost >
      • Benefits & FAQs
      • Composting Methods
      • Test Results
      • Materials We Accept
    • Farm News
    • Testimonials
    • Media & Tutorials
    • Privacy Policy
  • Events
  • Sterling Residents