Agricultural waste is everywhere.Plastic waste is worse.
What if one could solve the other?
At VNF, we turned that question into action.
With a biodegradable, antimicrobial fruit wrap made from shrimp shells and rice straw, we’re honored to receive First Prize & $30,000 from the UNDP Plastic Innovation Programme 2025.
From 116 proposals across Vietnam, only 6 top winners and 4 runner-ups were selected.VNF is proud to be ranked #1, moving into a 9-month acceleration phase where real-world implementation begins.
Why our solution matters:
100% biodegradable – made from agricultural waste Fights pests & fungi naturally – reducing pesticide use Decomposes into fertilizer – safe for the soil Affordable & durable – replaces plastic wraps in farms
This milestone proves that local wastes + circular R&D mindset = global sustainability and prosperity for farmers, for nature, and for our future.
We’re grateful to:UNDP in Việt Nam | Ministry of Agriculture and Environment | The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development Sub-Fund (UNPDF) | The Coca-Cola Foundation
for supporting local innovators and empowering sustainable solutions.
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Read more about the event from UNDP Viet Nam: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1ErfZAQw47/
