The need for compost-related technical service providers is growing, but there aren’t enough trained professionals to meet the demand. Experts across Vermont and neighboring states recognize the essential role these specialists play in advancing sustainable waste management, compost best practices, and soil health.

This VORS 2025 roundtable will focus on how to attract, train, and retain a strong workforce in this field. What support do people need to enter and stay in this work? What job opportunities exist to keep skilled professionals engaged?

Join us to discuss challenges, explore opportunities, and develop strategies for building a thriving and sustainable compost technical service workforce.

Facilitator: Natasha Duarte, Composting Association of Vermont