BusinessAugust 30, 2026
bagasse
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Definition
The dry, fibrous residue that remains after sugarcane or sorghum stalks are crushed to extract their juice.
Etymology
The word originated from the French 'bagasse,' which comes from the Old Provençal word 'bagassa,' meaning trash or refuse, reflecting its status as a byproduct of sugar production.
In the news
The article mentions sugarcane bagasse as a sustainable agricultural waste material used as a key ingredient to create biodegradable tableware.
Green Business
Read the full article ↗The Daily Star