AG PLASTICS GO FULL CIRCLE

In the last edition of Rural Review, we talked about grain bag recycling.

We know the big question when it comes to recycling is — so where does it go? How does it get recycled? Well, we’re here this month to tell you!

The planters shown below are a result of the M.D.’s grain bag recycling program!

Last year, the M.D. recycled 120 bales of grain bags, which is about 24,000 kilograms (or just under 53,000 pounds). The bags were sent to DBS Environmental in Lethbridge, where they were made into pellets. Those pellets then took a 20-minute trip over to Full Circle Plastics in Nobleford. The pellets were made into boards, posts, and beams.

Waste Services staff brought some of the materials back to the M.D. and made these planters, which will be popping up at M.D. facilities this spring. Each of the large, raised planters weigh about 60 lbs (empty), and stand up to any weather.

Want to build your own planters out of recycled ag plastics? You can purchase materials at the Co-op in Lloydminster, or order straight from Full Circle Plastics at www. fullcircleplastics.com/where-to-buy.

If you have any questions about M.D. recycling programs, give Waste Services a call at 780-826-3951.