Bangladesh's discarded banana stems could yield 37,778 tonnes of fibre and $94M in exports
Discarded banana stems in Bangladesh hold potential for a substantial export market.
Researchers estimate this waste could yield nearly thirty-seven thousand tonnes of banana fibre annually.
This fibre can be processed into textiles, packaging, and paper products for global demand.
Developing this industry requires investment in processing and international marketing efforts.
Such development could create rural employment and diversify Bangladesh's export basket.
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