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The Green Tractor Scheme
Founded in 2020
Agri.Cycle
Emerald Isle Recycle
Grassroots Recycling
Solway Recycling
This is our story
With the ambition to ensure all agricultural plastic waste is recycled by 2030, the founders set out with the knowledge of the solution to the problem being in: education surrounding separation and presentation of waste for the farmers, collaborating with and enabling recyclers to be more efficient and effective and lobbying government to force producers to remove unnecessary plastics from the supply chain.
With the target of 2030 in place, the Green Tractor Scheme is actively setting the standard and recruiting every agricultural business to be responsible and accountable for their own part to play in changing the environment and the industry for the better.
Corporate Ambassadors
Agrii
Asda
Dengie Feeds
FPS Flexible Packaging Solutions
Glasson Fertilisers
Origin Fertilisers
Shorts Agricultural Services Ltd
Smartlift Bulk Packaging
Witham Oil Group
Woldmarsh Producers Ltd
Yara UK
Zeus Packaging
Agrii is a leading provider of UK agronomy services, technology and strategic advice. The business is built on the unification of several respected businesses during the last 30 years, including Dalgety, Masstock, CSC and UAP. Agrii is also part of the wider Origin Enterprises group, where investment into services in sustainable land use continues to grow. Agrii are striving to improve the sustainability of food production, by reducing the environmental impact of their business operations, and investing in new technologies and research to continue providing the most sustainable agronomic solutions. Through their Green Horizons framework, they are committed to putting their growers ahead in the rapidly evolving food production landscape. Agrii are pleased to support initiatives such as the Green Tractor scheme, to help recycle farm plastics to the highest environmental standard. They are continually increasing the amount of their packaging that is recyclable, and by working with the Green Tractor scheme, aim to educate and promote the recycling of on farm waste. For more information about Agrii’s sustainability agenda, visit www.agrii.co.uk/greenhorizons or contact amy.watkins@agrii.co.uk
Learn More LessASDA was founded in 1965 through the merger of the Asquith family grocery business with the Associated Dairies company and its name is derived from this merger. In October 2020, ASDA was acquired from Walmart by the Issa brothers and TDR Capital. Headquartered in Leeds, ASDA is the UK’s third-largest supermarket by market share, employing more than 140,000 colleagues and serving over 18m customers every week in its 633 stores and online via www.ASDA.com. They have a responsibility to ensure our supply chains are sustainable into the future and so we’re working with suppliers, farmers and growers to protect and restore land, so they remain productive for generations to come. Please visit our creating change for better website to see our commitments to sustainability: https://www.asda.com/creating-change-for-better
Learn More LessDengie have a strong ethos in producing sustainable feeds and we continue to look into ways to develop their packaging to ensure it is as environmentally-friendly as possible. By building on trials with carbon-neutral packaging for their Hi-Fi Original product, they have now introduced recycled packaging across their whole range of feeds and bedding products. Dengie’s highly popular Hi-Fi Lite feed was the first in their range to appear in the new recycled packaging which contains as much recycled plastic as it is currently possible to use. It is all the more impressive as the Hi-Fi Lite packaging can still be recycled (LDPE 4) where facilities exist. By including recycled plastic in their packaging, Dengie are providing an outlet for used plastic. This is important in helping to manage plastic waste; an issue that has attracted huge interest over the last few years. Whilst many Dengie bags are re-used on the yard for other functions, it is comforting to know that when they do reach the end of their lifecycle they can be recycled and could ultimately end up in another Dengie bag! Dengie have now become an ambassador for The Green Tractor Scheme to further promote sustainability in agriculture and help further promote recycling in the agricultural sector. Green Tractor look forward to a great relationship with Dengie.
Learn More LessFPS Flexible Packaging Solutions provides FIBCs or Big Bags, container liners, and other flexible packaging for agriculture, chemical, food, pharmaceutical, and many other sectors. The world’s most important products have travelled safely around the world in FPS industrial packaging. We are committed to being your productivity partner by bringing efficiency to your supply chain through a comprehensive and innovative product portfolio. With over 4,000 colleagues in 16 countries, 13 production plants and 19 sales locations we have an extensive and integrated global manufacturing and distribution network providing technical expertise and local customer service.As an ambassador of The Green Tractor Scheme we are committed to encouraging and supporting the responsible recycle of plastics in the agricultural sector.We believe that we have a great opportunity to change our future and to leave a better world for our communities and stakeholders we impact. We focus on our people, strong through diversity, committed to sustainability, and empowered by continuous improvement in all aspects of our work.
Learn More LessGlasson Fertilisers is a nationwide importer and blender of granular agricultural fertilisers. We produce and pack blended, straight and compound fertilisers in our five purpose-built manufacturing plants, for both arable and grassland farmers across the UK.As a business we are committed to environmental sustainability, and since 2021 all our packaging has been made using 30% recycled materials. We are fully certified to ISO14001 standard for Environmental Management, and we measure the carbon footprint of all our products and take active steps to reduce the impact of our operations on the environment.We are pleased to support the Green Tractor initiative to promote a circular economy within UK agriculture.
Learn More LessOrigin Fertilisers is a national manufacturer and distributor of fertiliser with a strong local presence throughout Great Britain. Our core strategy is the development of science-led, innovative products and services which import soil fertility, nutrient use efficiency and crop productivity, whilst optimising sustainable agriculture and food production to promote sustainable land use. We are committed to protecting the planet by offering tangible solutions to identifiable problems to help farmers meet the challenge of increasing food production and reducing environmental impact. As part of the Origin Enterprises’ group, where optimisation of crop yield and economic returns on a sustainable basis are central to growing a greener future, Origin’s Fertile Future roadmap evaluates the role of soil and crop nutrients in sustainable agriculture, identifying solutions to help minimise soil, air and water emissions.In 2020 Origin became a signatory of the United Nations Global Compact and started to align ourselves with the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. In line with Principle 8 – to undertake initiatives to promote greater environmental responsibility - we are a corporate ambassador to The Green Tractor Scheme, and all our 600 and 1000kg bags contain 30% recycled material.The Green Tractor Scheme, founded in 2020, actively sets out the ambition to provide an assurance to the UK agricultural industry and the ability to recycle all agricultural plastics by 2030. Joined by forward-thinking business that support the removal of unnecessary plastics from the supply chain, the Green Tractor Scheme assure us that waste is handled responsibly to create a cleaner future for UK agriculture.
Learn More LessShorts have been providing agricultural contracting services since 1984. They cover all areas in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire, Surrey, Hampshire and the surrounding counties. In 2009, we were granted a Royal Warrant to Her Majesty the Queen as Agricultural Contractors for the work they undertake on The Queen’s local farms. It is an accolade they are proud to continue to hold today. Shorts are committed to investing in new machinery, maintaining a fleet of modern, reliable equipment, and providing qualified staff. A professional and responsible approach towards health and safety, care for the environment and striving to deliver the best possible service underpins everything they do. Shorts Agricultural provides a wide range of agricultural contracting services to farms and landowners including Agricultural Services, Grounds Management, Earthworks & Site Services, and Recycling & Material Supply. Shorts Agricultural Services has a sister company, Shorts Group Ltd. Shorts Group are an independent family-owned business since 1957. They offer excellent services in: Waste Management Skips and Waste Services Demolition Plant and Tool Hire Trade and DIY Shops Welfare Unit Hire Portable Toilets HireHeadquartered in Bracknell, we provide services throughout Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Hampshire, Surrey and surrounding Counties.
Learn More LessSince 2005, Smartlift Bulk Packaging Ltd have become a very well trusted and respected supplier of flexible packaging to the agricultural sector. Having over 80 years combined experience between their staff, they are able to effectively service our ever growing customer base. In agriculture, they supply bags and other packaging for seeds and cereals, beans, grain, animal feed and root crops, as well as products for specialist applications. They have joined the Green Tractor Scheme to help ‘close the loop’ for used packaging within this sector, by working closely with the main farm waste collectors in the UK and Northern Ireland.
Learn More LessWitham Group are quality manufacturers and suppliers of award-winning oils, paints, greases and other essential products to a huge array of businesses throughout the UK and abroad. In an industry where traditionally additives, chemicals and fossil-based products have been essential to the manufacturing process, Witham Group are working extremely hard to create a “greener culture” within our business and ensure that the environment is at the heart of our activities. The Witham Group are determined that wherever practically possible, our activities including purchasing, manufacturing, energy consumption, distribution, waste generation and disposal, will minimise the effect on the Environment and they are proud to be to only lubricant manufacturer in the world to have a carbon neutral footprint for its blending process.
Learn More LessWoldmarsh Producers Ltd are one of the UK’s leading, member-owned farmers’ buying groups, based in Louth, Lincs. Their focus is growing your business and increasing profits. With more than 1,000 member farms mainly spread across the Eastern side of England, they have considerable buying power across a full range of farm inputs. These benefits go directly back to the farmer. At Woldmarsh, they are passionate about our industry, our members, and our community. They are a not-for-profit farmer-owned cooperative and our current-day Woldmarsh team are as enthusiastic as their founders about the principles established some 60 years ago. They encourage innovative thinking, embrace new ideas and challenge conventional methods. Woldmarsh live and breathe our core values of cooperation and collaboration. Most importantly, their members are at the heart of everything we do. hey are pleased to support The Green Tractor Scheme along with other similar initiatives designed for the effective recycling of all farm plastics and other materials. Their aims mirror our aspirations that members have the support and opportunity to be as sustainable as possible in the future years ahead as we move towards lowering the carbon footprint in farming. If you would like to know more about what we do visit Woldmarsh.com or contact Joe Frisby – Greeninitiatives@woldmarsh.com for more information about this scheme.
Learn More LessFounded in 1905 to solve the emerging famine in Europe, Yara has established a unique position as the industry’s only global crop nutrition company. We operate an integrated business model with around 17,500 employees and operations in 60 countries. Today, Yara retains its global position as an innovator and leading provider of nitrogen based mineral fertilisers and industrial products, especially here in the UK. As a world leader in ammonia, nitrates, specialty and, more recently, sustainable fertilisers Yara looks to provide support and guidance for farmers and growers, whilst acknowledging the best way to support our planet. At Yara, we're committed to continually reducing both ours and farmer's environmental footprints and supporting initiatives such as the Green Tractor Scheme. Our focus is about 'Growing a Nature-Positive Food Future', by delivering solutions to meet the planet's greatest challenges and introducing impactful changes to our fertiliser products.
Learn More LessZeus Packaging are pleased to be associated with The Green Tractor Scheme providing sustainable solutions for plastic used across all sectors of agriculture in the UK. At Zeus, they recognise that we have a responsibility to preserve, conserve and sustain the world we live in, both today and for future generations. This initiative supports our commitment to sustainability and we welcome the opportunity to support the recycling of all farm plastic by 2030. Zeus pride ourselves on providing agricultural packaging solutions for farmers, contractors and agricultural businesses looking to produce the best quality fodder and bedding, baler Twines, round bale net wrap, high-performance silage stretch films and silage sheeting. They are pleased to support this scheme along with other key schemes designed to promote the effective recycling of all farm plastics.
Learn More LessCOLLECTION & PROCESSING MEMBERS
Agri.Cycle
C A Agricultural Services
Emerald Isle Recycle
Farm XS
Grassroots Recycling
GWilliam Recycling
Harby Agriculture
Kelshall Plastics
Kitson Recycling
Solway Recycling
Our group of members is growing each year and the more members we have, the more impactful we can be on the UK agricultural industry. There are a wealth of benefits to being a member - read on to find out more.
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