Rinse
containers 3 times or pressure wash to ensure no product is wasted. Learn how
Got a big load?
Free on-farm pickup may be available to you in Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta and British Columbia.
Quebec & Ontario: Reach out to identremont@cleanfarms.ca.
What you can bring
Accepted
- Clean, rinsed pesticide & fertilizer containers (classified as ‘Commercial’) under 23 L
- Seed treatment containers (bagged separately)
Not Accepted
- Unrinsed containers
- Containers used for home and garden care with the word ‘Domestic’ on their label
- Non-pesticide & fertilizer containers
Container rinsing made easy
FAQs
Why do I need to use a collection bag and where can I get one?
Collection bags make it easier to collect and transport containers. Pick up your bags free of charge at your local ag retailer across Canada.
Why do I need to remove booklets and caps?
Caps and booklets are made from different types of plastic and cause issues during recycling. Removing them ensures the jug can be recycled properly.
Why do containers need to be rinsed?
Rinsing ensures we can recycle the plastic.
Why do seed treatment containers need to be placed in separate bags?
The dye in seed treatment can contaminate other plastics. Putting these containers in a separate bag keeps the rest of the batch clean, so we can recycle as much as possible!
Is it free for me to drop off empty containers at a Cleanfarms collection site?
There is no fee to drop off empty, rinsed containers at a Cleanfarms collection site.
Where can I find a collection site?
Find your nearest collection site using our interactive map.
What happens to containers after I drop them off?
After you drop them off, containers are recycled into new products like agricultural fence posts, composite lumber, pallets, and drainage tiles.
Did you know?
The container recycling program is our longest running program. With the support of all our partners, farmers have been recycling ag containers since 1989!
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