The Compost Trash Can Maple Founder Swears by

Summer is around the corner—bringing longer days, spontaneous BBQs, kid-fueled chaos, and (let’s be honest) more food waste than we’d like to admit. That’s exactly why our founder Michael Perry and his family are all-in on Mill, the smart, sustainable trash can that’s helping households rethink waste.

What Is Mill?

Mill isn’t your typical trash can. It’s a sleek, odor-free, food-recycling machine that transforms your kitchen scraps into nutrient-rich grounds you can send back to farms—keeping food out of landfills and cutting carbon emissions in the process.

For families who are trying to stay organized, eat well, and waste less, Mill is the quiet hero of the kitchen.

Why the Perry Family Loves It

Michael Perry, founder of Maple, the #1 family app for managing meals, schedules, and household chaos, calls Mill a “game-changer” for his family’s summer routine.

“Between camp lunches, family dinners, and everything in between, our kitchen is busier than ever in the summer. Mill takes the guilt and guesswork out of food waste—it's like a reset button for your habits,” says Michael.

It’s one less thing to worry about— and one big step toward a greener lifestyle.