2026 Collection Calendar
DownloadOrganics, Recycling & Trash Pickup
McFarland has partnered with WM to provide residential waste service that sets the standard for sustainable trash disposal and recycling.
WM observes the following holidays in your community: New Year's Day Memorial Day Independence Day Labor Day Thanksgiving Day Christmas Day If your service day falls on or follows one of these observed holidays, your service will be delayed by one day for that week only.
Important Announcement
Your everyday choices matter, and we’ve made it easier for you to make a difference. Recycling at home now includes plastic and paper to-go cups. Recycle these materials and show that small steps lead to big change. See how else you can help your community thrive.
Video
Learn the truth behind three common recycling myths so you can help more materials find a second life.
Residential Trash & Recycling
Review local residential trash & recycling guidance before your next pickup or service request.
Service and Collection Information
WM provides a 96 gallon cart (black or gray with black lid) for weekly trash collection. To view your specific service day, please click here, enter your address and select “Verify”.
Container Setout Instructions
Place carts on the street with wheels against the curb by 6 a.m. on collection days and remove same day. Keep cart at least three feet from parked cars, mailboxes and other obstacles that may prevent WM team members from picking it up.
Set up New Residential Service
Contact the City of McFarland at 661-792-3091.
How to Prepare Your Materials
All trash should be bagged. Don't overfill your cart - the lid must close tightly. Overflow and materials outside may be subject to additional charge or will not be collected.
What Belongs in Your Cart
Beginning January 1, 2022, SB 1383 requires Californians to sort and separately collect food scraps, yard debris and food-soiled paper from trash and recycling. This means food scraps are no longer acceptable in your trash container. For more information and resources, visit What Is SB 1383?
Acceptable items include standard household trash like chip bags, plastic bags, & textiles (donate if lightly used). Non-acceptable items include construction waste, auto parts, tires, household hazardous waste (paint, oil, household cleaners), medical or electronic waste and food scraps.
Report a Missed Pickup
Contact the City of McFarland at 661-792-3091.
Additional Carts
If additional carts are needed, please contact the City of McFarland at 661-792-3091.
