Date:October 7, 2024
Country: India
Banana Plant
Stems/Stalks
Fertilizer and soil nutrients
vermicompost
Textile and apparel
yoga mats
Packaging Materials
baskets
Application
Description Taruwar Agro, founded by three college friends, transforms banana tree pulp into sustainable products like yarn, yoga mats, baskets, and banana leather. The startup adopts a zero-waste approach, converting leftover pulp into vermicompost and liquid fertilizer. By utilizing local banana waste, they support farmers with additional income while promoting environmental sustainability. Their innovative efforts have gained traction with an annual turnover of Rs 50 lakh and plans to expand globally.
Pathway Description: The process involves collecting banana tree stems and extracting fibers, which are then spun into products like yarn and mats. The leftover pulp from fiber extraction is used to produce vermicompost and liquid fertilizer. These by-products are enriched with essential nutrients like potassium and iron. The entire process follows a zero-waste approach, turning all parts of the banana plant into valuable resources.
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Tags: Banana Fiber InnovationSustainable Agri TechEco Friendly Products
Fertilizer and soil nutrients
vermicompost
Textile and apparel
yoga mats
Packaging Materials
baskets
Types of Feedstock
Secondary agricultural residue
Name
Banana tree pulp
Form
Solid biomass
Commercials
Purchased at Rs. 5–25 per tree or received free (farmers benefit from field clearing)
Logistics
Sourced from local farmers in Hajipur Bihar
Characteristics
Rich in fibres for textiles and other products
Mechanical
pulping
Biological
vermicomposting
Entrepreneurs/startups
Taruwar Agro