Kiwis’ views sought on plan to deal with farm plastics

The Government is calling on New Zealanders to share their views on proposed regulations to improve the way waste from commonly used farm plastic products is managed.

About the proposed regulations

The proposed regulations would support a nationally consistent product stewardship scheme for agrichemicals, their containers, and farm plastics, helping farmers and growers to reduce the environmental impact of these essential products.

Plastic products play a critical role in supporting New Zealand’s world-leading agri-economy. However, once they have been used, products such as agrichemical containers, bale wrap and other farm plastics can quickly pile up and become difficult to deal with in a way that does not cause harm.

Consultation on the new regulations will run until 1 June 2025.