‘Soil Syndicate’ Wants More People to See Waste As a Resource
AAugust 31, 2025 | Source: MSR Multimedia | by Jasmine McBride
Soil Syndicate Launches in North Minneapolis to Turn Food Waste into Community Power
A coalition of urban farmers, educators, and environmental advocates gathered on Aug. 23 at Oak Park Neighborhood Center in North Minneapolis to launch the Soil Syndicate, a citywide composting and soil restoration movement. Organized by Project Sweetie Pie and KilimoMax Solutions, the event highlighted backyard composting, biochar, and community-led soil health initiatives. Leaders say the goal is to transform food scraps into fertile ground for both stronger soils and stronger communities.
A coalition of urban farmers, educators, and environmental advocates are working to transform food scraps into fertile soil and community strength.
Project Sweetie Pie and KilimoMax Solutions hosted the launch of the Soil Syndicate on Saturday, Aug. 23, at Oak Park Neighborhood Center in North Minneapolis. The event showcased composting techniques and invited residents to join a citywide movement to reduce waste and build healthier soils.