The Challenge: Sugarcane Filter Mud – An Overlooked Agricultural By-product
Sugarcane processing generates massive amounts of filter mud waste, commonly known as sugarcane press mud. This organic by-product, while rich in organic matter and nutrients, is often discarded or underutilized, leading to:
• Environmental pollution from improper disposal methods.
• Greenhouse gas emissions from decomposition in landfills.
• Loss of valuable organic material that could be repurposed for soil enhancement.
• Increased reliance on chemical fertilizers, as a sustainable alternative remains untapped.
Recognizing the potential of filter mud waste as a natural soil amendment, Baramouda set out to transform this underutilized resource into high-value agricultural products.
