Boston, Mass. based Converted Organics, Inc. is turning trash into cash at its new processing facility in Woodbridge, New Jersey. The company just announced the receipt of the first food-waste shipment for conversion to high-grade organic fertilizer.

Waste management firm Russell Reid of Keasbey, New Jersey delivered the 70-ton load on Tuesday (July 1st), marking the first batch of liquid food waste to enter Converted Organics’ high-temperature liquid composting system. The two companies have a standing agreement regarding the processing and conversion of waste obtained from Russell Reid’s food service customers.

“We have begun processing our first shipment of 15,000 gallons of liquid food waste (approximately 70 tons), and are very pleased that its conversion into high-quality organic fertilizer via our High Temperature Liquid Composting (HTLC) system is proceeding as efficiently and effectively as expected,” stated Edward Gildea, president of Converted Organics. “Our team of experts in Woodbridge expects similar

Organic Growing Systems, Inc., a scientifically advanced organic fertilizer manufacturer and a subsidiary of Advanced Growing System, has entered into a strategic relationship with Fisher Island. Fisher Island is a world-class, private-island residential community in south Florida with the highest per capita income in the United States. The island is only accessible by boat or helicopter, and is home to several well known celebrities, entrepreneurs, entertainers and athletes.

According to the agreement, Organic Growing Systems will supply organic fertilizer to Fisher Island through its distributor, Florida Mulch, Inc. Using organic fertilizer is a good step for the island and a good way for Fisher Island to set a good example as a community that is taking the lead in protecting its environment while several Florida municipalities ban the use of synthetic fertilizer, which has a detrimental effect in environmentally sensitive South Florida.

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