Sal Leaf Plate and Bowls
Sal Leaf Plate and bowl manufacturing unit (by mechanised way) may be set up where Sal leaves are abundantly available in forest regions. The primary raw material will be naturally fallen Sal leaves, stitched together either manually or with a leaf-stitching machine, ensuring year-round availability through local collection networks. The main machinery required includes sewing machines, Ball Press machine and hydraulic or semi-automatic Plate making Machine, used for pressing and shaping the stitched leaves into disposable plates and bowls, with each machine having a production capacity of around 1,500–3,000 plates per 8 hours depending on the die size and automation. The cost of machines ranges between ₹50,000 to ₹1,85,000, depending on the model and level of automation. The production process involves collection and stitching of Sal leaves, pressing them in the hydraulic machine into required sizes, drying, quality checking and finally bundling for sale. The unit can be operated efficiently within a minimum area of 500–800 sq. ft. The finished products are eco-friendly disposable plates and bowls that serve as a sustainable alternative to plastic tableware, with wide applications in households, catering, food stalls, community functions, hotels, and religious ceremonies. The products can be sold in local markets, wholesale, eco-friendly product outlets, supplied directly to caterers, restaurants, and event organisers, while there is also strong export demand of the products, along with good sales potential through online platforms.
Horticulture
Emerging Opportunities: In recent years, the younger generation of tea estate workers has shown a growing inclination towards shifting to the career outside the estate in the diversified sectors, few came back to the roots during and post covid, they build up an alternative and diversified livelihood options beyond traditional tea plantation work and an […]
Moringa Cultivation
Introduction: Moringa (Moringa oleifera), widely grown along the boundaries and unused spaces of tea estates, has emerged as a valuable tree for diversified livelihoods. Traditionally planted for soil conservation, shade, and its hardy nature. Apart from reducing soil erosion, moringa leaves and seeds provide bioactive compounds that support integrated pest management through botanical sprays and […]
Industrial Safety Helmet
Ensuring Safety: The Industrial Safety Helmet Manufacturing Opportunity India’s accelerating pace of infrastructure development, construction projects, and manufacturing expansion is creating an unprecedented demand for high-quality Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Industrial safety helmets are mandatory under national occupational safety laws, making their production a high-growth, non-discretionary sector. High-quality helmets, are essential for protecting workers from […]
