By Jamie Martin
A Canadian innovation may reshape how North American farmers handle plastic waste. Nature’s Net Wrap, a partner of CNH Ventures, has developed the world’s first certified compostable bale net wrap—an invention that’s already changing fields and mindsets.
Launched less than a year ago, Nature’s Net Wrap is made from a unique blend of biopolymers and natural fibres. It’s been tested across various environments and exceeds global compostability standards.
The product helps reduce agricultural plastic waste—currently estimated at 2.5 million tons annually—with traditional plastic wrap and twine accounting for half of that figure.
Behind this green breakthrough are Western Canadian ranchers Larry and Austin Ruud, a father-son duo who have seen the environmental damage of plastic wrap firsthand.
“We don’t have to explain to farmers why we brought Nature’s Net Wrap to market. When they see it, they tell us they’ve been looking for this for many years,” Larry says.
The impact goes beyond the farm. According to researchers at Lakeland College in Canada, the wrap breaks down naturally and doesn’t harm soil or water.
Unlike plastic alternatives, it avoids polluting fields, reduces the risk of machinery damage, and can even save farmers time and labour costs.
With distribution through Case IH and New Holland dealer networks, the compostable wrap is now available to farmers across North America.
The innovation was featured on World Environment Day 2025, underscoring its role in tackling plastic pollution in agriculture.
Early feedback from farmers has been overwhelmingly positive. Users report fewer breakdowns in equipment and easier handling at baling sites.
As climate concerns rise and sustainability becomes a business necessity, products like Nature’s Net Wrap show how agriculture can take the lead.
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