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bagMUSTER expands across Victoria in next rollout

Oct. 1, 2025 | 2 min read
Producers and agribusinesses across Victoria will soon gain wider access to recycling options for single-use polypropylene agricultural plastic bags, with bagMUSTER moving into its second phase of expansion.
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Agsafe industry standard review underway – and what it means for you

Sept. 12, 2025 | 2 min read
Agsafe has launched a formal review of its industry standard for the first time in five years.
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ChemClear helps the AgVet industry dispose of unwanted chemicals

Aug. 6, 2025 | 2 min read
Unwanted chemicals sitting in storage on farms can be a serious safety and environmental risk. Over time, labels fade, containers degrade, and products may no longer be approved for use.
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Clean drums– rinse before recycling

July 9, 2025 | 2 min read
Every chemical drum recycled through programs such as drumMUSTER is part of a bigger story – one of sustainability, resource recovery, and shared responsibility.
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New course supports supply chain safety

June 2, 2025 | 2 min read
In an industry where safety, compliance and environmental responsibility are paramount, ongoing education is essential.
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How to bag a plastic waste problem

May 2, 2025 | 3 min read
Regional and rural Australia has become the testing ground for the drive to recycle more of the 45,000 tonnes of soft plastic used in agriculture every year.
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Best practices for placarding in AgVet retail premises

March 21, 2025 | 2 min read
Placarding is essential for maintaining safety and regulatory compliance in agricultural and veterinary (AgVet)retail premises.
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Revolutionising agricultural plastic recycling

March 4, 2025 | 3 min read
The agricultural industry is making a monumental stride toward sustainability with the opening of the first bagMUSTER collection sites.
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Keep your farm clean and safe

Jan. 6, 2025 | 2 min read
As the season progresses, many farmers are wrapping up their operations and turning their attention to preparing their properties for the months ahead.
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ChemClear collection in Victoria

Dec. 3, 2024 | 2 min read
Agsafe is excited to announce an upcoming ChemClear collection event in Victoria, offering agricultural producers and businesses a crucial opportunity to safely and responsibly dispose of unwanted or obsolete agricultural chemicals.
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Is your AgVet certification still valid?

Oct. 25, 2024 | 2 min read
If you’re working in agriculture, your training should include safe handling procedures, understanding of chemical labelling and safety data sheets (SDS), knowledge of first aid measures in case of exposure, and an understanding of legal requirements.
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bagMUSTER set to tackle plastic waste

Sept. 27, 2024 | 3 min read
Low-density polyethylene (LDPE) plastic, predominantly used in packaging, is a significant source of agricultural waste. Without a viable collection and recycling program, LDPE bags often end up in landfills, are disposed of in environmentally harmful ways, or remain as on-farm waste.
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drumMUSTER evolution and what Drums-to-Drums means for agriculture

Aug. 22, 2024 | 2 min read
With sustainability and environmental responsibility becoming ever more crucial, Agsafe has announced its drumMUSTER program has recently evolved.
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Industry Reference Group meeting on the agenda

July 19, 2024 | 2 min read
The Agsafe Industry Reference Group (IRG) serves as a pivotal forum for representatives from Agsafe member organisations.
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drumMuster continues to deliver

June 27, 2024 | 2 min read
Agsafe’s drumMUSTER program, a cornerstone in the effort to ensure the responsible disposal of agricultural chemical containers in Australia, remains robust and accessible nationwide.

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