Environment Minister Peng Chi-ming Visits Pineapple Leaf Fiber Extraction Facility in Pingtung, Turning Agricultural Waste into Resources
Environment Minister Peng Chi-ming visited an automated pineapple leaf fiber extraction and recycling facility in Pingtung County on June 6, stating that pineapple leaves, once considered agricultural waste, can now be made into items such as hats. He plans to collaborate with the Ministry of Agriculture to establish a complete recycling chain and business model. The Legislative Yuan recently passed the "Resource Circulation Promotion Act," demonstrating a commitment to advancing the circular economy.
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(Central News Agency reporter Li Huiting, Pingtung County, June 6) Environment Minister Peng Chi-ming visited an automated pineapple leaf fiber extraction and recycling facility in Pingtung County on Thursday, stating that pineapple leaves, once considered agricultural waste, have become a resource that can be made into items such as hats. He aims to build a complete recycling chain and establish a business model.
The Legislative Yuan passed the "Resource Circulation Promotion Act" on June 2, demonstrating Taiwan's determination to promote a circular economy and resource sustainability. Minister Peng, along with Legislator Hsu Chih-chieh, visited the facility at the Jiuru Township Farmers' Association in Pingtung County to observe the process of turning pineapple leaves into natural fibers.
During the meeting, Minister Peng noted that a large amount of pineapple leaves are discarded in Taiwan each year, previously burned as waste. The Ministry of Environment is responsible for promoting resource circulation. Since pineapple leaves can be turned into resources and even made into various items like hats through equipment, the ministry will work closely with the Ministry of Agriculture to build a complete recycling chain and establish a business model.
Minister Peng also mentioned a successful precedent of launching a circular economy for coffee grounds with industry partners, which reduced waste disposal costs. He expressed confidence in handling pineapple waste and stated that the next challenge is the market, hoping to promote it through collaboration with local communities.
Legislator Hsu Chih-chieh remarked that the Ministry of Environment is the best promoter of turning waste into gold, expressing hope that this initiative can be expanded beyond pineapple leaves to include other agricultural waste for reuse.
The Jiuru Township Farmers' Association explained that with guidance from the Ministry of Agriculture, they have introduced automated pineapple leaf fiber extraction equipment. Only 1 kilogram of fiber can be extracted from every 100 kilograms of pineapple leaves, but the quality is good and can be used for hats, clothing, and bags. They look forward to diverse sales channels to fully realize its value. (Editor: Li Hengshan) 1150606
The Legislative Yuan passed the "Resource Circulation Promotion Act" on June 2, demonstrating Taiwan's determination to promote a circular economy and resource sustainability. Minister Peng, along with Legislator Hsu Chih-chieh, visited the facility at the Jiuru Township Farmers' Association in Pingtung County to observe the process of turning pineapple leaves into natural fibers.
During the meeting, Minister Peng noted that a large amount of pineapple leaves are discarded in Taiwan each year, previously burned as waste. The Ministry of Environment is responsible for promoting resource circulation. Since pineapple leaves can be turned into resources and even made into various items like hats through equipment, the ministry will work closely with the Ministry of Agriculture to build a complete recycling chain and establish a business model.
Minister Peng also mentioned a successful precedent of launching a circular economy for coffee grounds with industry partners, which reduced waste disposal costs. He expressed confidence in handling pineapple waste and stated that the next challenge is the market, hoping to promote it through collaboration with local communities.
Legislator Hsu Chih-chieh remarked that the Ministry of Environment is the best promoter of turning waste into gold, expressing hope that this initiative can be expanded beyond pineapple leaves to include other agricultural waste for reuse.
The Jiuru Township Farmers' Association explained that with guidance from the Ministry of Agriculture, they have introduced automated pineapple leaf fiber extraction equipment. Only 1 kilogram of fiber can be extracted from every 100 kilograms of pineapple leaves, but the quality is good and can be used for hats, clothing, and bags. They look forward to diverse sales channels to fully realize its value. (Editor: Li Hengshan) 1150606