With the cooperation of many authorities and organizations – a lot of old, dangerous chemicals off the farm taken away in Oliver – for disposal. All the action at South Valley Sales this afternoon. Brad Fossett says this is an industry run program that is helping to protect our environment. He hopes to encourage farmers to use this service in the future.
“We’re pleased to support and be part of this program as it offers a tremendous service to farmers and plays an important role in protecting the environment for all British Columbians,” says Greg Norton, Chair of the BCAC Agriculture Environment Initiatives Management Committee.
Farmers are invited to return all of their obsolete or unwanted agricultural pesticides in a secure container with the label attached. This program is strictly for agricultural pesticides; adjuvents, treated seed, paint, solvents and domestic pesticides will not be accepted.
CleanFARMS is a non-profit industry stewardship organizationcommitted to environmental responsibility through the proper management of agricultural waste. Our programs manage agricultural plastic and other inorganic waste from farms across Canada and have earned a reputation of excellence around the world.
Farmers are among the most environmentally conscious people. Their livelihood depends on the health of the land and the natural environment. CleanFARMS offers programs to help farmers responsibly manage the waste products they generate on the farm. We work together with farmers to create a safe, healthy and sustainable environment.
The success of our programs over the last two decades highlights the commitment of farmers, manufacturers, retailers, distributors, municipalities and provinces to agricultural environmental responsibility.