Compost Connector Program

We are proud to partner with Zero Foodprint!

This program was developed to promote healthy soil and carbon sequestration while also incentivizing the distribution of the compost created as a result of CA SB 1383. It is open to farmers and ranchers in San Diego County that would like to save money purchasing our SB 1383 compliant compost. If you are interested in applying for an annual grant to help cover the cost of buying SPV Soils SB 1383 compliant compost, you must first join the program.

Go to Zero Foodprint’s Compost Connector webpage and fill out the intake form. Zero Foodprint will notify you within two weeks of your application status via email. If awarded, you will receive an email with the maximum grant amount available to you. If not, your application will enter a queue and continue to be considered as the program receives additional funding.

Once you receive your compost, follow the instruction to submit the required documentation, images, and compost sales invoice for approval and reimbursement.

Compost Connector Program Requirements

1. Program is open to San Diego County Farms and Ranches
2. Purchase a minimum of 20 cubic yards of SB 1383 compliant compost for agricultural use for a single location.
3. Compost must be purchased from a CalRecycle approved facility (SPV Soils is an approved facility)
   

Apply to Participate Before Purchase to Receive Grant Payment *

1. Apply to participate through the Zero Foodprint Compost Connector website.
2. Approval can take two to three weeks.
3. Get email notification from Zero Foodprint of approval.
4. Sign Compost Connector Agreement.
5. Place your order through SPV Soils.
6. Take delivery of compost.
7. Submit Grant Payment Request Form with SPV invoice that includes:
   a. Zero Foodprint Compost Connector Program
   b. Compost name and quantity purchased
   c. Delivery address
   d. Two pictures of compost being delivered or spread
8. Your request will be reviewed for accuracy.
9. Once approved, you will receive your funds via bank transfer or mailed check.

SB 1383 Compliant Compost Products Approved for the Program

These fully composted mulch products can be used as a compost in this program. If you are unsure which product to use at your farm or ranch, ask Dr. K.

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Notes:

1. * Annual Grants are available while supplies last.
2. Program participants can receive Grants of up to $20,000 per year to purchase SB 1383 compliant compost through the program while compost is available.

Spreading Soil Wealth Grants

Need help spreading your compost? We are now partnering with Zero Foodprint to provide compost spreading services to growers operating in San Diego County! Our large-capacity spreading truck can broadcast or side-discharge SB 1383 compliant compost making application a breeze.

And Zero Foodprint’s Spreading Soil Wealth Grants can cover up to 100% of the cost of this spreading service for qualified applicants. These grants are being funded by the San Diego Foundation and they will only be available through the end of 2024. Don’t miss this amazing opportunity! Applications are open through 11.15.24.

Spread compost in a flash with our Compost Spreading Service. Ask us for details.