08/13/2026
The Maine Board of Pesticides Control and Maine Department of Environmental Protection are hosting their annual Obsolete Pesticide Collection Programs in Maine. The events will take place in November at locations in Presque Isle, Bangor, Augusta, and Portland. This event is FREE for Maine residents, homeowners, and family-owned farms. Any pesticides or adjuvants are accepted. Registration prior to the event is required, and accepted participants will be notified of specific event details. This event is ONLY for pesticides, BPC will not accept oils, paints, or other hazardous materials. Registrations must be received by October 5th, 2026 to participate. Please see the attached event flyer for more details. Interested individuals can visit the BPC website to sign up or contact the BPC at 207-287-2731 or [email protected].
If residents are interested but not available in November, they may be able to use a few other resources. There are a few places that accept hazardous waste like pesticides in Maine. Check out the resources below for more information.
Facilities Accepting Hazardous Waste:
The Environmental Depot in Auburn (AVCOG, 207-783-9186)
Riverside Recycling Facility in Portland (207-797-6200)
These facilities serve as collection sites for household hazardous waste from all Maine residents. They are separate facilities from the Maine Board of Pesticides Control. Check their websites for schedule, hours, and charges. These locations may only accept hazardous waste on specific days.