PhnomPenhPost/ANN/NationThailand-Aug 24
In the bustling heart of Phnom Penh, a man has found a way to transform waste into wealth. Bun Chantony, a compost mogul from Kbal Koh commune, is turning the city’s discarded fruit and vegetables into high-quality compost for crops. Before opening his own enterprise, he honed his skills with a Japanese firm in Cambodia.
“After they stopped operations, I used my expertise to start a small family business,” he said. To make his compost, Chantony gathers spoilt produce from Neak Meas and Doeum Kor markets. These discarded items are then ground, filtered, and stored for half a year. “Many see rotten produce as useless waste,” he noted. “But we see its potential. Turned into compost, it nourishes crops beautifully”. According to Chantony, the compost from fruit and vegetable waste is rich in nitrogen, ideal for leafy greens. His operation includes five large plastic barrels and numerous containers for compost production. His clientele stretches across the nation, with many purchasing his compost for their farms. Today, Chantony’s primary goal is not just selling his nutrient dense compost but empowering farmers with the knowledge to produce their own. He’s even opened his doors to teach eager customers. Read more at: https://www.nationthailand.com/world/asean/40030482
