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Cleanfarms Collecting Unwanted Agricultural Pesticides and Old Livestock/Equine Medications in Southern Alberta starting in October
LETHBRIDGE, Alberta, Oct. 15, 2024 — Starting soon, Southern Alberta farmers can safely dispose of unwanted agricultural pesticides and old, obsolete livestock and equine medications through a Cleanfarms program. Cleanfarms is operating 20 single-day collection events at local ag retailer locations throughout the province starting on Monday, October 21 and ending on Friday, October 25. […]
Cleanfarms Collecting Unwanted Agricultural Pesticides and Old Livestock/Equine Medications in British Columbia starting in October
ETOBICOKE, Ontario, Oct. 15, 2024 — Starting soon, British Columbia farmers in the Okanagan, Interior and Kootenay regions can safely dispose of unwanted agricultural pesticides and old, obsolete livestock and equine medications through a Cleanfarms program. Cleanfarms is operating 11 single-day collection events at local ag retailer locations, landfills and transfer stations throughout the province […]
Cleanfarms Collecting Unwanted Agricultural Pesticides and Old Livestock/Equine Medications in Northern Saskatchewan starting in October
ETOBICOKE, Ontario, October 2, 2024 — Starting next week, Northern Saskatchewan farmers can safely dispose of unwanted agricultural pesticides and old, obsolete livestock and equine medications through a Cleanfarms program. Cleanfarms is operating 20 single-day collection events at local ag retailer locations throughout the province starting on Monday, October 7 and ending Friday, October 11. […]
Cleanfarms’ Unwanted Pesticides and Old Farm Animal Medications program is coming to Five Canadian Provinces this Fall
(Etobicoke, Ontario) – September 9, 2024 – Each fall, Cleanfarms teams spread out across the country to operate the Unwanted Pesticides and Old Livestock/Equine Medications (UPLM) program. This program provides an important opportunity for farmers to safely and conveniently dispose of unwanted agricultural pesticides and livestock, equine and poultry medications. Cleanfarms is the national stewardship […]
A year of partnerships to drive sustainability in Canadian agriculture
ETOBICOKE, ON (May 30, 2024) – Cleanfarms has posted its 2023 annual report, highlighting the new strategic direction of Cleanfarms for Canadian farmers to manage agricultural plastic products and packaging through recycling and safe disposal. This year’s report sheds light on the partnerships and industry collaboration that provide opportunities for farmers and producers to be […]
Alberta Ag Plastic. Recycle It! Program Extended Until December 2025!
Lethbridge, Alberta – May 1, 2024 – Alberta farmers can continue to recycle their grain bags and twine thanks to a recent extension of the successful Alberta Ag Plastic. Recycle It! pilot program. Cleanfarms, the non-profit organization operating the program, is excited to announce that it will continue until the end of 2025. This marks […]
Canadian Farmers Celebrate Earth Day Everyday with Agricultural Waste Management
ETOBICOKE, Ontario — April 21, 2024 – On April 22, global attention turns to the crucial role individuals play in protecting the planet in honour of Earth Day. But Canadian farmers agree that one day of dedication doesn’t completely capture their ongoing efforts. Throughout 2023, farmers and the Canadian ag industry have used a wider […]
Breaking New Ground: Cleanfarms Champions Circular Economy for Canadian Agricultural Plastics
Etobicoke, ON (April 18, 2024) – Cleanfarms, a leading force in Canadian sustainable agriculture initiatives, is set to host a pivotal panel discussion on April 26th, tackling the imperative issue of ‘Creating a Circular Economy for Agricultural Plastics in Canada’. The event will be a highlight of ‘Canada’s Plastic Action Zone’, occurring alongside the fourth […]
Canadian Food Focus Podcast: How is the agriculture industry managing plastic waste?
Efforts to address plastics used in agriculture taking root featured in Globe & Mail’s Next-Generation Farming Report
The Globe and Mail “Next Generation Farming Report” highlights Cleanfarms’ goal to keep agricultural plastics out of landfill and manage on-farm agricultural waste materials in the most sustainable way possible. Cleanfarms has been steadily expanding its range of programs and is currently operating pilot projects to develop efficient ways to deal with bale wrap, in […]
Cleanfarms Collecting Unwanted Agricultural Pesticides and Old Livestock/Equine Medications in P.E.I. starting this week
ETOBICOKE, Ontario, Oct. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Starting this week, Prince Edward Island farmers can safely dispose of unwanted agricultural pesticides and old, obsolete livestock and equine medications through a Cleanfarms program. Cleanfarms is operating seven collection events at local ag retailer locations throughout the province for a two-week period, starting on October 30 […]
Cleanfarms is Collecting Unwanted Agricultural Pesticides and Old Livestock/Equine Medications in South Saskatchewan this Fall
(Moose Jaw, SK) – October 12, 2023 – This fall, farmers in Saskatchewan south of Davidson can safely dispose of unwanted agricultural pesticides and old, obsolete livestock and equine medications through a Cleanfarms program. There will be 20 collection events taking place at various local ag retailers in the region. “Every time we’re here, farmers […]