Hya Bioplastics is a cheap way to make biodegradable packaging for food
Hya Bioplastics makes VegTray, a biodegradable fruit and vegetable tray. Its low-cost approach saves energy and water compared to other bioplastic production systems. Due to its unique features, our fruit tray increases perishable fruit shelf-life. Our product is cost-competitive with waste alternatives because to its short, regional supply chain.
Positive facts about Hya Bioplastics
Will directly upcycle more than 180 tonnes of plant-based agricultural waste annually
50 tonnes of waste starch will be converted into 10 Million pieces of VegTrays annually
Increases the shelf-life of perishable fruits, and will delay food spoilage of about 5 tonnes of fruit and vegetables annually
Replacing 10% of petroleum derived plastic food packaging on the Ugandan market with biodegradable alternatives in 2 years of operation
Home compostable in less than 60 days
14% cheaper than the mainstream styrofoam alternative for smaller order quantities
$52 savings/year on packaging per farmer of the more than 10,000 different organic farmers across Uganda
Increasing smallholder farmer revenue by 5% through the direct sale of their agricultural waste
Video about Hya Bioplastics
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Hya Bioplastics website : https://hyabioplastics.com
