To recycle your crop net simply buy an Agrecovery recycling bag:
On property collection applies to mainland New Zealand only. Please contact us to discuss options if you are located off the mainland.
After removing net from vines or trees:
Only high density polyethylene (HDPE) crop protection net is acceptable. Bale net and other non-HDPE net is not acceptable.
If you're unsure about the net you wish to recycle please contact Agrecovery before placing net in the bag. Agrecovery may reject net that does not meet this criteria.
To make arrangements for collection of full recycling Book online
bags book online or freephone
See below for our 90 Day Service Guarantee.
Growers must have access to lifting equipment to load bags onto the collection vehicle. If this is an issue please call 0800 247 326 prior to filling your bags with net.
After you book your full bags, Agrecovery guarantees to arrange collection within 90 days.
On property collection applies to mainland New Zealand only. Please contact us to discuss options if you are located off the mainland.
Crop Protection Net Recycling
Click on brochure button (right) to download the Agrecovery brochure
There is currently no processing capacity in New Zealand to handle this type of plastic and we are working with the industry to come up with a New Zealand recycling opportunity.
Need proof of your recycling activity?
To view Agrecovery Terms and Conditions click here.
Having this service available means we know that the waste plastic containers from our sprays and fertilisers are being disposed of safely and on top of that being recycled into a long term end use product, which is another great thing about the programme. More
Crop Protection Net Recycling