MACON, Ga. — On July 20, G&R Farms in Tattnall County announced its participation in the How2Recycle labeling program, a standardized labeling system that clearly communicates recycling instructions to the public.
As part of their How2Recycle program commitment, G&R Farms has already moved many recyclable packaging initiatives forward including widely recyclable boxes and Store Drop-off recyclable bags, as well as using 20% recycled material in their film and netting on their bags.
“Consumers want more than just quality; they want to feel that the products and brands that they purchase align with their personal values and that those companies are doing their part.” Said G&R Farms Vice President Walt Dasher, “Consideration for recycling and sustainable packaging solutions has to be one of our top priorities as we help solve waste related problems.”
As a third-generation family farm, G&R Farms began in Southeast Georgia with a small farm in 1945. Today, the organization has grown to over 5,000 acres encompassing several crops with a main focus on sweet onions.
How2Recycle focuses on taking the guesswork out of recycling and getting more materials into recycling bins. How2Recycle involves a coalition of more than 380 forward-thinking brands and members who want to effectively communicate the recyclability of their packaging by empowering consumers through clear and concise packaging labels.
To learn more about How2Recycle, www.how2recycle.info.
–Georgia Farm Bureau