Resumen

The objective of this research project was to develop a strategy to take advantage of the organic waste generated by Plaza de Mercado la 28 in the city of Ibagué - Tolima. The methodology of the project was based on an investigation of a descriptive nature in which a record, analysis and interpretation of the environmental and social problems generated by the inadequate management given to the waste in PM28 were made, and thus, subsequently developed the composting technique in a practical way, obtaining as a significant result a natural fertilizer (100% organic) that serves to plant plants, improve soils and finally that contributes to reducing the problems that these originate, additionally, resolution 2184 of 2019 "Code of Colors", through visits to PM28 and delivery of brochures. The result of this project was the design of the management model of the PM28 of Ibagué - Tolima, which served to generate an alternative for the social and economic use of the market place.