Banofi is a social enterprise rooted in sourcing banana waste exclusively from smallholder farmers. This neglected waste resource forms their core material and foundation for partnerships that empower farmers and deter crop burning while reducing water logging and pests and fostering sustainable harmony. They transform banana crop waste into 'Banofi', a banana-fibre leather. Compared to animal leather, this product delivers 95% reduction in water usage, 90% reduction in carbon emissions, and 100% reduction in toxic chemical waste as well as looks, feels, and smells like animal leather.
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