Green tractor scheme
The Green Tractor Scheme was founded by a group of agricultural plastic recycling specialists with a shared ambition: to standardize the UK farming industry’s approach to recycling all agricultural plastics by 2030. This initiative emerged from a collective need to address the pressing issue of agricultural plastic waste and promote sustainable farming practices.
Our Story
The Founding Vision
In 2020, after years of working in the agricultural waste management sector, our founding members recognized the critical need for a dedicated effort to educate and empower the farming community. This realization led to the creation of the Green Tractor Scheme, with a clear mission to ensure that all agricultural plastic waste is recycled by 2030. Our strategy focuses on three main areas:
- Education: We aim to educate farmers on correctly separating and presenting waste.
- Collaboration: We work closely with recyclers to enhance their efficiency and effectiveness.
- Advocacy: We lobby the government to eliminate unnecessary plastics from the supply chain.
Setting the Standard
With the ambitious target of 2030, the Green Tractor Scheme is actively working to set industry standards. We are committed to recruiting every agricultural business to take responsibility for their role in transforming the environment and the industry.
Our Members
Corporate Ambassadors
Our corporate ambassadors play a crucial role in our mission. Here are some key members:
| Company | Contact | Website |
| Agrii | amy.watkins@agrii.co.uk | Agrii |
| Asda | Fracesca.Boyce@asda.co.uk | Asda |
| Dengie Feeds | lisa@dengie.com | Dengie |
| FPS Flexible Packaging | cagla.aksoy@fps.com | FPS |
| Glasson Fertilisers | william.ingham@glassongrain.co.uk | Glasson |
| Origin Fertilisers | sophie.wardle@originfertilisers.co.uk | Origin |
| Shorts Agricultural Services Ltd | maddz.short@shorts-group.co.uk | Shorts |
| Smartlift Bulk Packaging | john@smartliftbulkpackaging.co.uk | Smartlift |
| Witham Oil Group | ali.bottom@withamgroup.co.uk | Witham |
| Woldmarsh Producers Ltd | Greeninitiatives@woldmarsh.com | Woldmarsh |
| Yara UK | mark.tucker@yara.com | Yara |
| Zeus Packaging | hayley.caves@zeuspackaging.com | Zeus |
Collection & Processing Members
We also have dedicated collection and processing members, including:
| Company | Contact | Website |
| Agri.Cycle | info@agri-cycle.uk.com | Agri.Cycle |
| C A Agricultural Services | info@caagriculturalservices.co.uk | CA Agricultural |
| Emerald Isle Recycle | info@emeraldislerecycle.com | Emerald Isle |
| Farm XS | enquiries@farmxs.com | Farm XS |
| Grassroots Recycling | enquiry@grassrootsrecycling.com | Grassroots |
| William Recycling | gwilliamrecycling@yahoo.co.uk | William |
| Harby Agriculture | helen@harby.co.uk | Harby |
| Heritage & Sons | office@heritageandsons.co.uk | Heritage |
| Kelshall Plastics | info@kelshallplastics.co.uk | Kelshall |
| Kitson Recycling | ian.kitson@kitsonrecycling.co.uk | Kitson |
| Solway Recycling | info@solwayrecycling.co.uk | Solway |
| W&W Mackie | info@mackiewhiteside.co.uk | W&W Mackie |
Growing Network
“We’re an ever-growing network!” says a Brand Champion of the Green Tractor Scheme. Our members are expanding each year, enhancing our impact on the UK agricultural industry. The more members we have, the greater our ability to drive meaningful change.
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News & Education
Driving Sustainability in Agriculture
The Green Tractor Scheme is committed to promoting sustainability in agriculture. Our founding members, including Agri. Cycle and Grassroots Recycling, are at the forefront of this movement. Discover more about their efforts and how they are driving change in the agricultural sector.
By integrating comprehensive education, collaboration, and advocacy efforts, the Green Tractor Scheme aims to revolutionize agricultural plastic recycling in the UK, setting a new standard for sustainability by 2030. Join us in this transformative journey and contribute to a greener future for agriculture.