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Anoka County Recycles Anoka County Recycling & Resource Solutions (R&RS)

Helping you reduce, reuse, and recycle all that's around us!

We provide assistance and services to residents, businesses, schools and organizations.

Turn Food Scraps into Something GreatDid you know that up to 30% of what we throw away could actually be composted? You ...
10/14/2026

Turn Food Scraps into Something Great
Did you know that up to 30% of what we throw away could actually be composted? You can help turn leftovers, peels, and coffee grounds into nutrient‑rich compost through Anoka County’s free organics program.
It’s simple, it’s free, and it helps keep our community green!
Get started today: https://anokacountymn.gov/4408/Organics-Food-Scraps-Recycling

Farmers mark your calendars! The special waste pesticide collection event from the Dept of Ag is coming soon! Dispose of...
10/12/2026

Farmers mark your calendars! The special waste pesticide collection event from the Dept of Ag is coming soon! Dispose of up to 300 pounds free of charge. For amounts greater than 300 pounds call MDA at 612-214-6843.
Date: October 19
Time: 9 am – 11 am
Location: Hennepin Co. Transfer Station 8100 Jefferson Hwy, Brooklyn Park, MN 55445

Applications for the inaugural "The Deconstruction + Salvage School (D+SS)" are open! Apply by Friday, October 30th to r...
10/09/2026

Applications for the inaugural "The Deconstruction + Salvage School (D+SS)" are open! Apply by Friday, October 30th to receive $200 off the course price. Early bird applicants are still encouraged to apply for a scholarship if they have financial need. Questions? Contact Rethos' Continuing Education Manager Anna Schmiel at [email protected].

Join the Organics Movement!Want to make a big impact with a small habit? Anoka County’s free Organics Drop‑off Program m...
10/09/2026

Join the Organics Movement!
Want to make a big impact with a small habit? Anoka County’s free Organics Drop‑off Program makes recycling food scraps easy.
Sign up, collect your organics, drop them off—done!
Let’s reduce waste and create something good for our community.
Learn more: https://anokacountymn.gov/4408/Organics-Food-Scraps-Recycling

Clear out old or unused pesticides safely! The MDA’s waste pesticide collection events make proper disposal easy and fre...
10/06/2026

Clear out old or unused pesticides safely! The MDA’s waste pesticide collection events make proper disposal easy and free (up to 300 lbs). Join us in Brooklyn Park on October 19, 2026 from 9–11 a.m. at the Hennepin Co. Transfer Station. Accepted: herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, and other waste pesticides only.

🎶 Food Waste Prevention Week 2026 may be ending, but the “beet” goes on! Download your Food Waste Top 10 Playlist to tra...
10/05/2026

🎶 Food Waste Prevention Week 2026 may be ending, but the “beet” goes on! Download your Food Waste Top 10 Playlist to track your progress, set goals, and reduce waste all year. Be a and keep the rhythm alive all year long to make a lasting impact!

Keep your meals HOT TO GO and food waste low! Soccer practice, a late meeting, or a spontaneous takeout run—life happens...
10/03/2026

Keep your meals HOT TO GO and food waste low! Soccer practice, a late meeting, or a spontaneous takeout run—life happens! Sometimes, despite our best efforts to meal plan, we just don't get around to cooking every dish we prepped for the week. No one intends to buy food only to let it go to waste. Here's a smart tip: When planning your weekly meals, be a and schedule one less dinner to account for those unexpected takeout nights!

We're in our food waste prevention era, and we’re remixing leftovers into something unforgettable! ✨ Use up those bits o...
10/02/2026

We're in our food waste prevention era, and we’re remixing leftovers into something unforgettable! ✨ Use up those bits of veggies, bread, and cheese to create a fl avor remix that’s sure to please a crowd. No fondue pot? No problem. Use those leftover cheeses to make a delicious grilled cheese!

Businesses and farms: Have unwanted pesticides? The Minnesota Department of Agriculture is hosting a free waste pesticid...
10/01/2026

Businesses and farms: Have unwanted pesticides? The Minnesota Department of Agriculture is hosting a free waste pesticide drop off event in Brooklyn Park.
Bring up to 300 lbs at no charge!
Event details:
Hennepin Co. Transfer Station
8100 Jefferson Hwy, Brooklyn Park
October 19, 2026 | 9–11 a.m.
Waste pesticides only. Questions or over 300 lbs? Call MDA at 612 214 6843.

Keep your food fresh and waste-free! 🎸 Freeze bread, berries, and veggies before they spoil, and store leafy greens with...
10/01/2026

Keep your food fresh and waste-free! 🎸 Freeze bread, berries, and veggies before they spoil, and store leafy greens with a paper towel to keep them crisp. Small tips, big impact—on your wallet and the planet!

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1530 Bunker Lake Boulevard NW
Andover, MN
55304

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