Day old jack-o'-lanterns make great fundraisers, compost and even pup treats
Canada produces more than 80,000 metric tonnes of pumpkins annually – most carved, used for decoration and thrown away, according to Statistics Canada.
The centre suggests smashing or cutting the gourd to bits to help it decompose faster. Then cover the pumpkin pieces with loose leaves or other brown materials such as straw, cardboard, or paper to balance the moisture and carbon levels in the compost and prevent smells and pests, and let nature do its magic.
Anyone who just wants to smash a pumpkin may be able to find local options for that as well, often to benefit a charity.
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