The biocomposite was used to produce Daikon radishes and green peas
The hemp based biocomposite was then used to produce both Daikon radishes and green peas, a promising indication of the material’s potential as a viable, environmentally friendly growth medium.
The researchers believe that by combining the chemical technique with other lignin-containing fibers—including flax, jute, and coconut husk—they may develop a variety of sustainable biocomposites for use in growth media, bioplastics, and packaging materials.
The future of food production may rely on a wider range of hydroponic growth media. As the world population continues to grow, water supplies become more limited, and soil erosion becomes more common, conventional agriculture will become increasingly difficult.