PYRATEX® element family is created with banana agri-waste from the banana plants cultivated for the food industry. 

 

India is one of the largest producers of bananas globally, with an annual production of over 30 million tonnes. However, the harvest generates a significant amount of waste, as one ton of fruit produces roughly four tons of stem waste.

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Banana agri-waste fiber is a natural, absorbent and allergen-free material that has a low impact on the environment. This is because the banana plant can be grown in the same spot year after year, requires little water, and needs no fertilisers or pesticides to grow. Additionally, the use of banana agri-waste fiber allows local farmers to generate additional income stream.