Compost Casa 501(c)(3) Non-Profit

Compost Casa is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based at Neiffer Ranch, dedicated to educating about regenerative agriculture and composting practices. Our mission is to empower individuals to transform everyday waste into valuable resources that enrich the land, fostering a deeper understanding of composting, waste recycling, and regenerative farming. 

At Compost Casa, we utilize the deep bedding method—a sustainable practice where layers of bedding material, such as straw or wood shavings, are added over time to absorb animal waste. This process not only provides a comfortable environment for livestock but also facilitates the natural decomposition of organic matter, resulting in nutrient-rich compost that enhances soil fertility. 

Our educational programs offer hands-on experiences in composting and regenerative agriculture, teaching practical skills like pasture rotation, poultry processing, and sustainable land management. By engaging students, farmers, and community members, we aim to cultivate a new generation of land stewards committed to environmental sustainability. 

Through our deep bedding compost program and school composting initiatives, Compost Casa has successfully diverted thousands of pounds of organic waste from landfills annually, transforming it into nutrient-rich compost that nourishes the soil and supports healthy ecosystems. 

By integrating Compost Casa into Neiffer Ranch's operations, we demonstrate how small farms can lead in environmental stewardship and community engagement. Together, we're building a sustainable future—one compost pile at a time.

 


Compost Casa 2026 Projects

  • 2026 Watershed Field Day

    Funded by Tillamook.

    2026 Watershed Field Day is back again! Bringing rural students together for a hands on learning experience focused on soil, water, agriculture and land stewardship in Morrow County. With support from Tillamook the event had locally sourced food and included local partners as well. The 2026 program included collaboration with Oregon State University Extension, Oregon Fish & Wildlife, Morrow County Soil & Water Conservation District, Ione High School & Neiffer Ranch

  • Waste Isn't Waste: School to Soil Project

    Funded by the Wildhorse Foundation.

    Compost Casa is expanding its hands-on education and composting capacity in 2026 through the addition of a commercial paper shredder and a mini skid steer, made possible by funding from the Wildhorse Foundation. The paper shredder is located at a local school and allows students and staff to transform paper waste into carbon-rich compost materials, demonstrating how everyday waste can be repurposed into valuable soil inputs. The mini skid steer provides the ability to move compost materials, manage bedding systems and maintain the demonstration site increasing both efficiency and learning opportunities for participants.

    Together, this equipment strengthens Compost Casa's closed loop ag model - turning waste into resources while giving students direct experience with real world tools used in ag and land stewardship.

  • Nutrient Cycling Demonstration Site

    We are developing a pilot demonstration area that shows how small farms can convert agricultural by-products into valuable soil nutrients.

    The site integrates compost windrows, manure inoculation, vegetative buffers and tree plantings to protect water resources while building soil health.

    The project will serve as a hands-on learning space for those interested in practical ag solutions.

    Phase 1 development is underway in 2026, with additional infrastructure planned pending funding support.