This initiative enhances sustainable agriculture through applying circular economy principles and environmental technologies, with a focus on hazelnut cultivation and their processing into cosmetic and food products. The household behind this initiative already produces natural cosmetic products successfully, while humus production represents a new sustainable practice in their operations. The work is carried out by women from manufacturing to promotion and sales, reinforcing their economic independence and their role in the local community. The business model is based on closing the manufacturing cycle — all waste from cultivation and processing is transformed into new products. Plant biomass is used to produce humus, while by-products from oil pressing are turned into gluten-free protein flour, which helps eliminate waste and increase the economic value of each production stage. Expected measurable results include an increase in hazelnut yield of up to 100% per hectare, complete elimination of synthetic fertilizers, a reduction of pesticide use by more than 80%, annual production of at least 1–2 tons of humus per hectare, a 50% increase in cosmetic oil production capacities, and a reduction of CO₂ emissions by 10–15%. The initiative is applicable in various regions of Serbia and demonstrates that ecological and profitable agriculture can go hand in hand.
Value
15.000 $
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