Agrinowrap
Project Overview
About
Inadequate packaging can contribute to food waste, while conventional plastic packaging creates lasting pollution. Agrinowrap converts rice husks and sugarcane bagasse into biodegradable films reinforced with natural fibres. Peppermint, lemongrass and menthol inhibit spoilage microorganisms, while beetroot-based indicators change colour as food quality declines. Tests extended strawberry freshness from three to eleven days and bread from five to twenty days. Compostable within eight weeks, the material reduces food loss and plastic waste while creating value from agricultural residues.
Team
Vishal Srivastava
AgriNowrap is an IIT Delhi alumni-led startup, mentored by IIT Delhi faculty, comprising a passionate team of researchers and innovators dedicated to developing sustainable and innovative packaging solutions. We specialize in creating eco-friendly active and smart packaging from agricultural waste, transforming biomass into high-value materials. Our packaging solutions naturally extend the shelf life of packaged food without the use of chemical preservatives while providing real-time freshness and quality indication. By combining sustainability, innovation, and advanced material science, AgriNowrap aims to reduce plastic waste, enhance food safety, and contribute to a circular economy through next-generation packaging technologies.