1995 Annual Report for FW95-103
Project Type: Farmer/Rancher
Funds awarded in 1995: $721.41
Projected End Date: 12/31/1997
Matching Non-Federal Funds: $360.00
Region: Western
State: American Samoa
Principal Investigator:
Composting Farm and Kitchen Wastes in American Samoa
Summary
This project plans to determine the feasibility of composting farm and kitchen wastes in tropical Samoa. There are two obstacles to overcome: 1) a statute prohibiting heaps of decayed rubbish, grass, or leaves to deny breeding sites for the rhinoceros beetle, and 2) composting is alien to Samoan farming practices. This project will determine if the expense, labor, and time commitment for this practice are worthwhile.