Hello 👋 Distinguish Hivers! I wake up this morning much activated and motivated to learn and explore with many people around me and of course I had no better place than here. The Hive Naija Weekly Prompt edition 86 topic gave me that inspiration and I'll love to talk on Entrepreneurship
- In today’s world 🌎 of ours, waste is certainly everywhere! People do throw away food scraps, the vegetable peels, and so many other organic waste every day. But then what if I told you all that you can turn this thing waste into money? Of course Yes, through the Organic Waste Recycling, we can make a business out of collecting and then converting organic waste into more good and useful products like compost (for farming) and biogas (for cooking and electricity).
This business set is not that very common among us in the area, but it is just simple, beneficial, and certainly can be done by both the educated and uneducated individuals.
What is Organic Waste Recycling?
Organic waste recycling is the mere process of collecting the likes of food waste, leaves, and animal droppings and then turning them into something more useful instead of allowing them to rot out there and pollute the environment. This very process is so easy and so does not require a big machines or too much money to start as people might think.
Why Choose Organic Waste Recycling?
I know many of us always overlook this business simple because we think waste is useless. But However, waste can be very valuable and more of our advantage. But guessing how this will be, I robbed my mind with some reasons why organic waste recycling is a great business:
1. Less Competition – It's of very few people involved in this business, so one have a higher chance of succeeding.
2. Demand is High – Farmers do need organic manure to help grow crops, and so many homes and businesses want a cheaper energy sources like biogas.
3. Low Startup Cost – One do not need a very expensive equipment to start; we can begin with just a simple tools like shovels, bins, and sacks.
4. Eco-Friendly – This very business helps well to reduce pollution in our environment, keep the environment so tidy and clean, and improve soil fertility.
5. Gives a Multiple Earning Opportunities – We can smoothly make our money by just selling of compost to the farmers, providing of biogas for the cooking, or even teaching others and interested minds on how to do it.
How one can Start an Organic Waste Recycling Business
I'll love to take you all through, in case you will be willing to start this business.
Starting this business is not actually difficult if you follow these simple steps I recommend:
Step 1: Collect Organic Waste
Go to any markets, restaurants, and different households around you, locate and collect food scraps, leaves, and animal droppings. Some people might even pay you to remove their waste!
Step 2: Process the Waste
- For the compost: It's important to Pile up the whole organic waste, later allow it to eventually decompose for like weeks, and turn it into natural manure.
- For the biogas: It more necessary to Put all the waste into an airtight container where those bacteria will break it down, therefore producing gas that can be used for cooking or for generating electricity.
Step 3: Sell Your Product
The Farmers, gardeners, and environmental groups will buy the compost, while as well restaurants and hotels will buy the biogas for their cooking needs.
Who Can Do This Business?
Are you probably hesitating on who is more perfect for the business? Well,
This business is for everyone! It actually does not require much education or a technical skills. Whether you are a young fresh graduate, a farmer, a current student, or an elderly person all looking for extra income, you can start this very business.
Challenges and Solutions
Indeed every business has it's challenges, and this one as well is no different or an exception. Below 👇 are some problems you may face and how to solve them when encountered:
Bad Smell – Obviously it always smells bad, so it's adviceable to Keep the waste in a covered bin or a well-ventilated area to reduce the odours.
Finding Buyers – In the process of looking for buyers, Market your compost and the biogas to farmers, hotels, and restaurants.
Waste Collection Issues – It more necessary to Partner with local markets and food sellers who will always admit and gladly give you their waste.
Conclusion
"Organic Waste Recycling" is more of a hidden goldmine. It is affordable, much easier to start, and highly profitable. Not only does it helps in providing income, but it also helps keep the environment more clean.
If more of our people venture into this very business, we can help reduce pollution and as well create jobs at the same time. This more of a job opportunity So, why let the waste go to waste when we can turn it into a wealth? Please 🙏 Start small today and grow big tomorrow!
"Thank you"