drumMUSTER is a national product stewardship program that focuses on the collection and recycling of eligible, empty, and clean agricultural and veterinary (AgVet) chemical containers.
Established to promote environmental sustainability, drumMUSTER
offers a safe, cost-effective, and responsible recycling solution for these
containers—providing benefits to chemical users, the environment, industry, and
the broader community.
The program is supported by AgVet chemical manufacturers,
key industry stakeholders, member and farming associations, and state and local
governments. Since its launch in 1998, drumMUSTER has grown to include
more than 800 collection facilities across Australia, making recycling
accessible to rural and regional communities nationwide.
To date, drumMUSTER has successfully recycled more
than 45 million containers, transforming them into practical products like
wheelie bins, road signs, fence posts, bollards, and even new chemical drums.
By offering this reliable recycling pathway, drumMUSTER helps reduce
waste and supports the responsible management of agricultural and veterinary
chemicals across the country.
Getting involved is easy—and makes a real difference. Triple
rinse your empty drums, take them to your nearest collection site, and receive
your certificate on the spot. It's a simple action that helps protect the land,
support the industry, and close the loop.