What you can recycle
Cleanfarms has conducted successful pilot programs to collect items that include bale wrap, twine, and silage covers in Bruce County. Funding for these pilots has ended. Please contact Carly Fraser to learn more about pilots in Ontario.- Collection sites are located on the map. You can also look for details on how to recycle on any of the material pages.
- Unwanted pesticides & livestock/animal medications locations will take place in Ontario in the fall of 2025. Find out what you can set aside.
FAQ
I want to learn more about non-nutrient ag waste in ON - are there any good resources?
Absolutely! Check out Cleanfarms Ontario guide (2012) and Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) resources
Are needles/sharps accepted as part of the unwanted pesticides & animal medications collection program?
No. Contact your veterinarian, local pharmacy, or grower group to find out what options might be available in your area.
Can I drop off my feed bags through the seed/pesticide bag program?
No. Feed bags are not part of this program.
Resources & Regulations
- The Environmental Farm Plan program, a popular assessment tool, helps highlight a farm’s environmental strengths. Click the links below to find out how proper handling of farm waste fits in.
- Collection sites: please make note of requirements in Regulation 347, Waste Management
- Cleanfarms contributed to the following government consultations:
