Date: Jun 03, 2024
Country: India
Banana Plant
Orange
Peels
Fertilizer and soil nutrients
Fasal Amrit
Application
Description EF Polymer, a startup founded by Narayan Lal Gurjar and Ankit Jain, has developed an eco-friendly polymer called Fasal Amrit, derived from fruit waste like banana and orange peels. This super absorbent polymer enhances soil moisture retention, reducing the need for chemical fertilizers by 20%. The innovation benefits farmers globally, including in India, Japan, and the U.S. EF Polymer has received multiple awards and secured funding to expand production and sales.
Pathway Description: The process begins with collecting fruit waste, such as banana and orange peels, which are then chemically processed to extract natural polymers. These polymers are treated and transformed into a super absorbent material, Fasal Amrit, capable of holding 50 times its weight in water. The polymer is integrated into soil to improve moisture retention and reduce fertilizer usage. This technology is refined through research and development to ensure its effectiveness in enhancing agricultural productivity.
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Tags: Fertilizer ReductionSoil Moisture EnhancementAgri Tech Revolution
Fertilizer and soil nutrients
Fasal Amrit
Types of Feedstock
Secondary Agricultural Residue
Name
Banana and Orange Peels
Form
Whole or fragmented peels before processing.
Commercials
Abundant in regions with high fruit consumption and processing industries
Logistics
Gathering banana and orange peels from agricultural farms and food processing units
Characteristics
Rich in carbohydrates which are essential for the synthesis of the eco-friendly polymer
Chemical
Polymer Extraction