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At Rust Belt Riders, we are driven by a mission to transform waste into opportunity. As a worker-owned cooperative, we are dedicated to climate resilience, food autonomy, and workplace democracy. Our focus is simple yet powerful: diverting food waste from landfills and converting it into nutrient-rich compost. This compost forms the backbone of our healthy soil blends, designed to support farmers, home gardeners, and houseplant enthusiasts alike. By keeping resources in circulation, we are building a sustainable, circular economy rooted in connection and care.
Since our founding in 2014, we have worked alongside individuals, communities, and organizations across Northeast Ohio to provide a clean and responsible alternative to landfill disposal. Food scraps are not waste but a valuable resource that connects us to the earth and to one another. By turning these scraps into compost, we enrich soils, strengthen food systems, and support resilient ecosystems. Our mission, “Feed People, Not Landfills,” guides everything we do, and we honor it by practicing workplace democracy and staying rooted in solidarity and autonomy.
Every action we take contributes to a healthier regional economy. By converting food scraps into compost, we create value-added agricultural products that benefit both people and the planet. This work reduces harmful greenhouse gas emissions from landfills while providing a natural resource that farmers and gardeners can trust. Our compost and soil blends bring life back to the soil, helping growers nurture abundant crops without relying on synthetic inputs. The result is a regenerative system that closes the loop and strengthens local food security.
The impact of our work extends beyond waste diversion. By supporting healthy soils, we empower growers to produce healthier plants, higher yields, and stronger harvests. Our blends have become trusted by a wide range of users—from urban farms to backyard gardens. With each bag of compost or soil, we are not just supporting individual growers but also contributing to a resilient local food network. By prioritizing community health and environmental stewardship, we are helping create a future where food scraps are valued and ecosystems flourish.
The value of our soil blends is best expressed by those who use them. Farmers praise their reliability in transplanting seasons, home gardeners celebrate healthier and more fruitful plants, and culinary innovators recognize the unique balance and richness our soils bring to their crops. These testimonials reflect not only the effectiveness of our products but also the relationships we build through our mission. Together with our partners and customers, we are proving that waste can be transformed into life, and that sustainable solutions are within reach when communities work together.