14 September 20268 September 2026 South African researcher develops biodegradable plastic from sugarcane bagasse Onndinadaho Rasilwela was honored at the 2026 Green Youth Indaba for her innovative project, Biomulchies, biodegradable mulch that uses agricultural residues, to develop an alternative to conventional plastic mulch
16 July 20269 September 2026 TUT student innovator turns agricultural waste into award-winning ‘biomulchies’ Project transforming sugarcane bagasse and maize stalk into biodegradable mulching plastic could change the face of sustainable agriculture in South Africa
