Join the Center for Environmental Farming Systems (CEFS) for an inspiring, interactive hour with Sara Davarbakhsh, M.S., NCEE, Environmental Education Program Coordinator, for the winter installment of our Grounded Table webinar series. This month, we are diving deep into Backyard Composting.

When the temperature drops, our gardens might slow down—but our food waste doesn’t! In fact, winter is the perfect time to master the art of composting, close the loop on household waste, and prepare your soil for a thriving spring harvest. Whether you are looking to start your very first bin, troubleshoot a frozen winter pile, or understand the science behind turning kitchen scraps into “black gold” for your garden, this session will give you practical, stress-free tools to become a better environmental steward.

When: 12 p.m. -1 p.m., Tuesday, November 10, 2026

Where: Zoom

Register here. Please note: All registrants will receive the webinar recording by email following the event.

What You’ll Learn:

• Winter Composting 101: How to successfully maintain, balance and protect your compost pile through the cold North Carolina winter months.
• The Science of Soil & Waste: A simple, breakdown of how integrated waste management works and why diverting food scraps from landfills is one of the most impactful choices you can make for the planet.
• Practical Tips for Every Space: Whether you have a sprawling backyard or a small patio, learn how to make composting accessible, clean and odor-free.

Featured Speaker:

Sara Davarbakhsh, M.S., NCEE Award-Winning Environmental Educator & Sustainability Expert

We are thrilled to welcome an absolute powerhouse in the field of environmental stewardship to The Grounded Table. Voted NC Environmental Educator of the Year, our featured speaker brings over 20 years of public sector experience in natural resource management and sustainable development. Holding a Master of Science in Water and Environmental Engineering, she blends rigorous scientific expertise with a deeply pragmatic, real-world approach to everyday sustainability. Her passion is helping communities protect their local ecosystems through accessible, actionable environmental stewardship.

A live audience Q&A session will follow the presentation. Register today to secure your spot and receive the live broadcast link! All registered participants will receive the link to view the recording.