Launch Bioindustries, a Toronto biotech startup, is working to process wastes from the dairy sector and other streams into biodegradeable plastics.
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Ontario startup turning dairy waste into compostable plastics
Farms and pharmaceutical companies could both benefit from a new destination for their wastes
Viral networks in soil microplastics may shape future of sustainable farming
New research shows microplastics in farmland host complex virus–microbe interactions that may influence soil health, nutrient cycling and long-term sustainability
A new study finds microplastics in agricultural soil create viral–microbe networks that could impact soil health, crop productivity and sustainable farming practices
How microplastics are making their way into our farmland
Across nine provinces and 22 wastewater treatment plants, the problem was universal
Microplastic pollution is a global environmental problem that is ubiquitous in all environments, including air, water and soil. Microplastics are readily found in treated wastewater sludge, also known as municipal biosolids, that eventually make their way to our agricultural soils. Our recent investigation of microplastic levels in Canadian municipal biosolids found that a single gram […] Read more
Oxford’s diversion pilot stretches the repurpose potential for farm plastic waste
Research continues into a biodegradable option for on-farm plastic
Oxford County’s waste management agricultural plastics diversion program is getting a lot of buy-in from producers. “The initial response was very positive,” said Frank Gross, transportation and waste management manager. “We haven’t seen a lot of material come in yet, but some farmers did indicate later in the year they expect to bring in the […] Read more