In observance of the Memorial Day holiday,

employees of Harrison Industries will be taking the day off on Monday, May 26. As a result, Harrison will collect trash, recycling and yard/organics waste one day later than usual during the week of May 25-31. The regular schedule will resume the following week.

Remember that Harrison’s residential customers can place all three carts curbside every week, as Harrison collects all waste weekly – including food waste, which is recyclable. All food waste should be placed in closed paper or plastic bags and the bags should be tossed in the organics waste cart.

It’s important to recycle your food waste EVERY WEEK. The state of California in 2022 began to require the diversion of food waste from landfills, and your efforts are needed. Even if you only have food waste bags and no yard waste, you can still put the food waste bags in your organic waste cart and take it to the curb every week for pickup.

Thank you for your role in the success of our food waste recycling program. Food waste recycling is the law, but more importantly, it’s vital for the environment. Food waste emits destructive methane gas as it decays, damaging our atmosphere and causing global warming.

We continue to be a statewide leader in developing the programs and infrastructure needed to implement this ambitious project and we owe our success to your participation.

For more information on Harrison’s food waste recycling program, please visit https://ejharrison.com/residential-food-waste/.

Presidents Day Week Trash Collection Schedule Remains Unchanged

Harrison Industries will maintain its regular trash, recycling, and yard/organics waste collection schedule during Presidents Day week, Feb. 16-22. Please ensure your bins are placed at the curb on your usual collection day. By keeping to the standard schedule, Harrison ensures uninterrupted waste management services for all residents.

Weekly Pickup for All Bins

Residential customers should place all three bins at the curb every week:

• Trash – General household waste that cannot be recycled or composted.
• Recycling – Paper, cardboard, glass, and plastics that can be processed and reused.
• Yard/Organics Waste – Green waste like grass clippings and leaves, as well as food waste that can be composted.

Food Waste Recycling Guidelines

California law requires food waste recycling, which plays a vital role in protecting the environment. Proper disposal of food scraps—such as fruit and vegetable peels, coffee grounds, eggshells, and leftovers—is essential. To help maintain sanitation and prevent contamination, please place food waste in sealed bags before depositing it in the yard/organics waste bin. This step ensures efficient processing and conversion into nutrient-rich compost.

The Importance of Food Waste Recycling

Food waste decomposing in landfills releases methane, a greenhouse gas far more potent than carbon dioxide. By recycling food waste, we can significantly reduce harmful emissions, decrease landfill use, and improve overall air quality.

Separating food waste and using the organics bin helps create sustainable waste management solutions. Composting food waste enriches soil, lessens the need for chemical fertilizers, and supports local agriculture. Additionally, it helps alleviate the burden on landfills, which are rapidly reaching capacity.

Harrison Industries’ Commitment to Sustainability

As a leader in sustainable waste management, Harrison Industries continually enhances waste reduction programs to accommodate a growing population while prioritizing environmental responsibility. Your participation is crucial in ensuring the success of food waste recycling efforts and fostering a healthier planet for future generations.

How You Can Help

• Use the correct bin for your waste to avoid contamination.
• Always place food waste in sealed bags before disposing of it in the yard/organics bin.
• Educate your family and neighbors about proper waste disposal and the importance of food waste recycling.
• Stay updated on new waste management programs and regulations.

Thank you for playing a part in creating a cleaner, greener community!

For more information, visit Harrison Industries or contact customer service. Be sure to check the holiday schedule for updates on any future changes to waste collection services.

As we honor Martin Luther King Jr. Day,

Harrison Industries wants to ensure a seamless waste collection experience for residents in Ventura County. The good news? There’s no change to the trash, recycling, and organics waste collection schedule for the week of January 19–25, 2025. So, you can put your bins out as usual and let us take care of the rest.

Weekly Waste Collection: Here’s the Scoop

Did you know Harrison Industries collects all three waste categories every week? That’s right—trash, recycling, and organics all go curbside weekly. This includes food waste, which is now an essential part of our organics recycling program.

Quick Tips for Food Waste Disposal:

1. Place food waste in closed paper or plastic bags.
2. Toss the bags into your organics waste cart.
3. No yard waste? No problem! Even if you only have food waste, your organics cart can still be taken to the curb for pickup.

By keeping food waste out of landfills, you’re helping us protect the environment and comply with California’s waste management laws.

Why Food Waste Recycling Matters

Food waste recycling isn’t just a requirement—it’s a vital step toward combating climate change. When food waste decomposes in landfills, it releases methane gas, a major contributor to global warming. Recycling this waste not only reduces harmful emissions but also allows us to turn food scraps into valuable resources like compost and renewable energy.

At Harrison Industries, we’re proud to be leaders in implementing this critical initiative statewide. Our success would not be possible without the support and participation of our customers like you.

Let’s Work Together for a Sustainable Future

As we head into 2025, let’s continue to make food waste recycling a priority. Together, we can reduce landfill waste, cut emissions, and create a cleaner, greener community for future generations.

Have questions about food waste recycling or your trash collection schedule? Visit Harrison Industries for more information or reach out to their friendly customer service team.

Remember: Put your bins out as usual for the week of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Your commitment to sustainable waste management makes a difference!

Let’s keep up the great work, Ventura County!

Don’t miss any updates! To see the complete 2025 holiday collection schedule and plan ahead, visit Harrison’s Holiday Schedule today.

Let’s keep our community clean and sustainable all year long!

Recycling Your Christmas Tree: A Gift to Mother Earth

After bringing warmth and joy to your home during the holiday season, your Christmas tree can continue to spread goodwill by being recycled. Recycling your Christmas tree is a simple yet impactful way to give back to the environment, and we’re excited to provide this service for our residential customers again this year. Let’s work together to ensure your tree has a second life that benefits our community and the planet.

Why Recycle Your Christmas Tree?

When you recycle your Christmas tree, it is processed into mulch by our partner, Agromin, a leader in organic materials recycling. The mulch created from recycled trees enriches local farmlands, orchards, nurseries, and home gardens, promoting sustainable agriculture and healthier soils. By participating, you’re contributing to a cycle of renewal that supports the environment long after the holiday decorations are packed away.

How to Prepare Your Tree for Recycling

From December 26 through January 10, you can easily participate in this environmentally friendly program. Here’s how:

1. Remove All Decorations: Take off all ornaments, tinsel, lights, and other decorations to ensure the tree can be processed properly. Don’t forget to remove the stand as well.
2. Cut the Tree (If Needed): If your tree is larger than 4 feet, cut it into sections no longer than 4 feet to fit into your organics or yard waste cart.
3. Place for Collection:
   • Option 1: Place the tree in your organics/yard waste cart.
   • Option 2: Set the whole tree curbside on your collection day.
   • Flocked Trees Welcome: Yes, even flocked trees (those sprayed with artificial snow) are accepted!

By following these simple steps, you’ll ensure your tree is ready for recycling.

The Bigger Picture: Benefits of Christmas Tree Recycling

Recycling your Christmas tree goes beyond convenience—it’s a holiday gift to Mother Earth. When recycled, trees are transformed into a valuable resource rather than taking up space in a landfill. Mulch improves soil structure, reduces water usage, and supports healthier plant growth, making it an integral part of sustainable gardening and farming practices.

Agromin, alongside our local municipalities, plays a crucial role in this process, helping to ensure that every recycled tree contributes to a greener tomorrow.

Join the Effort Today

This holiday season, make recycling your Christmas tree a part of your traditions. It’s an easy and effective way to reduce waste and support sustainability in our community. With your help, we can turn this festive tradition into a meaningful way to give back to the Earth.

Thank you for your participation and for helping us make this program a success. Special thanks to Agromin and our local partners for their ongoing dedication to environmental stewardship. Together, we’re making a difference—one Christmas tree at a time.

Don’t forget! Tree collection runs from December 26 to January 10. Let’s keep the holiday spirit alive by giving your tree a second life. 🌱

Some Harrison customers will have a one-day delay in trash collection for the Christmas and New Year’s holidays

In observance of the Christmas and New Year’s Day holidays,

employees of Harrison Industries will be taking the day off on Wednesday, Dec. 25, and Wednesday, Jan. 1. As a result, Harrison will collect trash, recycling and yard/organics waste one day later than usual during those weeks, delaying pickup for Wednesday, Thursday and Friday customers only. Monday and Tuesday customers will not have a delay. The regular schedule will resume the following weeks.

As an extra holiday service this year,

Harrison customers may put out twice the usual amount of residential trash free of charge for two weeks after Christmas: from Thursday, Dec. 26, through Friday, Jan. 10. On your pickup day, you may place bags of extra trash alongside your waste cart at the curb. Please make sure to place the extra trash in bags. You can also put out extra recyclables next to your blue cart, but please flatten all boxes.

As another special holiday feature,

Harrison makes it easy for customers to recycle their Christmas trees into mulch. Just remove everything from the tree: ornaments, hooks, lights, tinsel, bows and tree stands, then cut the tree into sections no more than 4 feet long and place them in your yard/organics waste cart on your pickup day. Or, place the whole Christmas tree at the curb on collection day. Flocked trees are also accepted for recycling. 

The recycled trees will be processed into mulch by our partner Agromin. These products benefit our farmlands, orchards, nurseries, landscape projects and home gardens, so recycling your tree truly is a holiday gift to Mother Earth! We appreciate your help, and thanks also to Agromin and our local municipalities for participating in this program.

Remember that Harrison’s residential customers

can place all three carts curbside every week, as Harrison collects all waste weekly – including food waste, which is recyclable. All food waste should be placed in closed paper or plastic bags and the bags should be tossed in the organics waste cart. Even if you only have food waste bags and no yard waste, you can still put the food waste bags in your organics waste cart and take it to the curb every week for pickup.

To learn more about Food Waste Recycling, click here!