Victoria trials reusable crates for fresh produce to cut ‘invisible’ waste from supply chain

Pilot scheme supplies 1,000 reusable crates to farms and wholesalers to reduce single-use cardboard, paper and plastic

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A pilot scheme to replace cardboard produce boxes with reusable plastic crates has been launched in Victoria, with the aim to cut “invisible” cardboard waste.

The Victoria Unboxed project, led by food charity Sustain with Sustainable Victoria, has supplied 1,000 reusable plastic crates to transport produce from farms to venues, wholesalers and homes across Melbourne. The trial aims to reduce the need for single-use packaging, including cardboard, plastic and paper waste.

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