Agriculture & Horticulture Solution

Challenges in Agriculture and Horticulture Packaging

The agriculture and horticulture industries face mounting challenges due to the widespread use of conventional materials like plastic ground films, greenhouse covers, and mulch sheets. These issues are increasingly evident:

• Soil Contamination: Regions like California and the Netherlands report soil degradation from non-degradable plastic films, with studies estimating that 1.5 million tons of plastic residue remain in agricultural soils annually.
• Ecosystem Disruption: Plastic waste from greenhouses in Spain and China pollutes waterways, contributing to the global figure of 300,000 tons of agricultural plastic entering ecosystems each year.
• Disposal Difficulties: In India, up to 50% of used mulch films are abandoned in fields due to inefficient collection systems, exacerbating waste accumulation.
• Regulatory Pressures: The EU’s Green Deal mandates a 25% reduction in non-biodegradable agricultural plastics, pushing farmers to adopt compliant materials or face restrictions.
• Market Demand: A 2025 survey reveals 72% of consumers prefer products from brands using sustainable farming practices, influencing agricultural supply chains.

These pressing concerns highlight the critical need for biodegradable alternatives to mitigate the environmental and operational impacts in agriculture and horticulture.