the plastics

feeling circular | Group 1 | Deepaka, Daphne, Bianka, Deanna, Vanessa, and Sahiba

[the plastics @aggieplastic]

Our group would like to shed some light on other biodegradable bale wrap projects that are in the works! Take a look at the links below. #CircularFarm @IdeasCongress

https://t.co/oGZtbM3Lgh
https://t.co/Q2e2LcdbwA

[the plastics @aggieplastic]

Excited to present in front of our community partners! Our solution will focus on biodegrade bale wrap. Since bale wrap has limited recycling options and often ends up in landfills, a biodegradable alternative will help reduce plastic waste. #CircularFarm @IdeasCongress

[the plastics @aggieplastic]

The biggest contributor to plastic waste in agricultural is plastic mulch. This is used to suppress the growth of weeds, increase fertilizer uptake, regulate temperature and humidity, and protect plants and soul from bad weather. #CircularFarm @IdeasCongress

[the plastics @aggieplastic]

did you know that Canadian farmers use nearly 62 000 tons of plastic each year? @Cleanfarms is currently collecting approximately 6000 tons a year, which is about 10%. The goal is to build that percentage yearly to reduce plastic waste in our country! @IdeasCongress #circularfarm

[the plastics @aggieplastic]

We got back our comments for our proposals! In this class, we learned that feedback is never the final evaluation. Instead, it is simply a reflection of how other people perceive and value our work in the context of their experience or expertise. @IdeasCongress #CircularFarm

[the plastics @aggieplastic]

Plastic waste from farmers could be taken in by companies creating biodegradable bale wrap. Those who donate their plastics may even be able to purchase the biodegradable version at a discounted price. Reduce, Reuse, Recycle and what about Refusal? @IdeasCongress #CircularFarm

[the plastics @aggieplastic]

Upwards of 3,500 tonnes of plastic waste is generated by Ontario farmers annually. This waste includes plastic bale wraps and silage plastic. The Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) is looking for innovative ways to solve the issue of plastic waste.
https://t.co/mxhon7WPpM

[the plastics @aggieplastic]

Did you know Canada is the fifth largest agricultural exporter in the world? We produce more flax seeds, canola, pulses, and durum wheat than any other country! @IdeasCongress #CircularFarm

[the plastics @aggieplastic]

❗️STAKEHOLDERS❗️
It's easy to only focus on farmers and their actions to improve sustainability. But we learned this week that looking into the roles of others is also an important task! What about plastic involved in packaging and transport🤔 @IdeasCongress #CircularFarm

[the plastics @aggieplastic]

Plastic in agriculture improves productivity; it facilitates crop cultivation, provides new storage systems for crops and forages, and in general shortens the growing season and increases crop yield. @IdeasCongress #CircularFarm

[the plastics @aggieplastic]

The use of plastics goes beyond consumer use. They go back much further; it is used in production, harvesting, and even transportation of food. @IdeasCongress #CircularFarm

[the plastics @aggieplastic]

Overall, I'm looking forward to learning beyond the classroom and am somewhat excited to see everyone else's progress in the midterm presentations! I am also looking forward to seeing solutions outside of what has already been done. 6/6

[the plastics @aggieplastic]

In research papers, we learned that agricultural plastics are disposed of in many ways—many are recyclable—however, depending on the way that they are used, this may not always be the case. #CircularFarm
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[the plastics @aggieplastic]

In addition, there are programs like CleanFarms where environmental responsibility is a priority. They manage agricultural plastic packaging and wastes. Plastics are recycled and made into new products such as drainage tiles, flexible irrigation, and plastic bags. 5/6

[the plastics @aggieplastic]

Overall, I'm looking forward to learning beyond the classroom and am somewhat excited to see everyone else's progress in the midterm presentations! I am also looking forward to seeing solutions outside of what has already been done. 6/6

[the plastics @aggieplastic]

Anyway, farmers do try to recycle within the household. They care for the environment deeply and find ways to minimize plastic waste. 4/6

[the plastics @aggieplastic]

Asking meaningful and relevant questions to get the information you need is harder than it seems! This week we learned how to ask effective questions. Key points were to keep the questions short, use neutral wording, and ask one thing at a time. #CircularFarm @IdeasCongress

[the plastics @aggieplastic]

An example of circular farming at its best!

Crops that are not used by humans are fed to cattle and sheep. Their excretions are then used as manure and new crops are planted in the nutrient-rich soil. This circle allows us to reduce and reuse waste! #CircularFarm @IdeasCongress