The startup develops biobased, compostable absorbent polymers that encapsulate fertilizers, designed to minimize water usage and chemical leaching in agricultural practices. By enhancing soil biodiversity and reducing greenhouse gas emissions, these polymers provide a sustainable solution for modern farming challenges.
Funding
$4.5M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Conventional agricultural practices often lead to excessive water consumption and chemical leaching, negatively impacting soil health and contributing to environmental pollution. Traditional fertilizers can be inefficient, requiring large quantities and leading to runoff that harms ecosystems.
Solution
Biomanity offers a bio-based, compostable super-absorbent polymer designed to encapsulate fertilizers and other soil amendments. This technology reduces water usage by up to 50% by retaining moisture in the soil and making it available to plants over extended periods. The polymer is derived from chitin, a sustainable resource obtained from crustacean shells, insect exoskeletons, and fungi, ensuring it does not compete with agricultural land use. By improving water retention and reducing the need for excessive fertilization, Biomanity's solution enhances soil biodiversity, minimizes chemical runoff, and promotes sustainable agricultural practices. The polymer is fully biodegradable and microplastic-free, aligning with circular economy principles.
Target Audience
The primary customers are farmers, agricultural enterprises, and environmental organizations seeking sustainable solutions for water management, soil health, and crop productivity, as well as companies in the cosmetics and hygiene industries looking for bio-based alternatives to petrochemical super absorbents.
Features
- Super absorbent polymer capable of absorbing 500 times its weight in water
- Bio-sourced from chitin, a sustainable and abundant biopolymer
- Reduces water consumption in agriculture by up to 50%
- Increases crop yields, potentially doubling output without additional fertilizers
- Fully biodegradable and compostable, leaving no microplastic residue
- Suitable for diverse applications including agriculture, cosmetics, hygiene, and environmental remediation
- Enhances soil biodiversity and promotes carbon sequestration