Bamboo product manufacturer Amwoodo to setup second plant in Southern India

 The company plans to source bamboo from southern and western parts of India, including Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Chhattisgarh, through farmer producer organisations.

Amwoodo, a Kolkata-based company specialising in plastic-free bamboo alternatives, is set to establish its second manufacturing facility in southern India, likely in Karnataka. The new plant will be a state-of-the-art unit with the capacity to produce 10 tonnes of bamboo products, complementing its existing 30,000 sq ft facility in West Bengal.

Founder and Director Agni Mitra shared that the company plans to source bamboo from southern and western parts of India, including Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Chhattisgarh, through farmer producer organizations (FPOs). In the eastern regions, Amwoodo works with 17 FPOs and 11 Association of Producer Organizations (APOs) to procure bamboo from states like Assam, Tripura, Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, and Nagaland.

Mitra mentioned that company source bamboo from certified plantations in the Northeast and East India, known for producing high-quality bamboo. Processing is done at strategically located facilities to minimise logistics costs and environmental impact.

Launched in 2019 with the help of Avijit Rajak and Sourav Dey, Amwoodo views bamboo as a sustainable solution to global deforestation. Bamboo grows rapidly, regenerates naturally, and can be harvested without killing the plant, making it a viable alternative to traditional timber. The company highlights bamboo’s ability to sequester carbon efficiently and improve soil health.

Amwoodo recently launched its direct-to-consumer marketplace, “Ecoconsious,” offering eco-friendly lifestyle products. The marketplace is integrated with the company’s existing eCommerce brands, such as Imeco, Dencrus, and Shaveco, focusing on reducing plastic dependency.

In addition to creating sustainable products, Amwoodo provides employment to over 1,200 people, collaborating with local farmers and artisans in Northeast and East India. The company trains and compensates these artisans fairly, ensuring they have steady income while reviving traditional crafts and fostering regional development.

By promoting bamboo-based products, Amwoodo helps reduce the environmental burden of single-use plastics. Bamboo, being carbon-negative, supports the company’s mission to offset carbon emissions and promote sustainable practices.

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