What does FOGO mean in FOOD & NUTRITION

Examples of FOGO include fruit rinds, vegetable scraps, leaves, grass clippings, small branches, twigs, egg shells and coffee grounds.

By separating out these organic wastes from regular household garbage, they can be diverted away from landfill sites. The collected organics are then processed into compost which can be used either in agricultural settings or recreationally in gardening activities. This reduces the amount of garbage that would otherwise be disposed off in landfills.

After collection, the organic material is transported to a sorting facility where it is separated into various categories depending on its origin (food or garden organics). Once these materials have been sorted they will then be composted at an appropriate facility before being turned into soil additives or sold commercially as compost.

Yes, there are certain items such as meat bones and dairy products which should not be placed in a FOGO bin as these items cannot be composted. Additionally any synthetic materials such as plastics must also not be placed in the bin due to potential contamination issues.

No, the odor produced by the composting process is generally minimal compared to traditional landfill sites where decomposition leads to gaseous emissions which can cause odors and pollute surrounding areas.