The ideal way to promote the program is through local farm groups. The promotion also needs clearly to specify details such as what will and will not be accepted at the collection site, who is eligible to participate, and whether costs are involved. An important aspect of promotion is emphasizing to farmers and participants their responsibilities, particularly the need to transport waste pesticides safely to the collection site. Develop written instructions to show farmers how to handle and transport waste pesticides safely. Provide materials to repack weak containers, if you suspect that problem.
Unforeseen situations are always possible with any new program.
If you anticipate important details in the planning process, however, the program should function smoothly on collection day. The more work and planning leading up to the collection day, the less likely there will be major problems on collection day. At best, these incidents create a perception of poor planning and, at worst, ill feelings. It is not unusual to see waste pesticides up to 50 years old. Many will be unknown or in generic containers, and it's the contractor's responsibility to identify them for proper disposal.