The City of Swift Current is encouraging residents to take part in it's composting program.

   Engineering Assistant Dan Knutson says anyone planning on composting should lean toward biodegradable bags, as they take little time to fall apart .

   As well residents are reminded to only include leaves and grass from their compost, excluding branches and vegetable scraps.

   Compost pick-up begins the week of April 16th, running every 2 weeks until after Halloween.