Corn Pallets Revolutionize Sustainable Packaging

Corn pallets are a game-changer for sustainable packaging. Made from 100% biodegradable cornstarch, they offer a compostable alternative to traditional wood pallets.

The production process is also eco-friendly, using minimal water and energy. Corn pallets can be composted at the end of their life cycle, reducing waste and the carbon footprint associated with traditional pallets.

Their durability is impressive, withstanding heavy loads and harsh environmental conditions.

Iowa is the top corn-producing state, harvesting 13.1 million acres of corn last year, which is a staggering 2.58 billion bushels.

The company behind CornBoards is building a $15 million manufacturing facility in Iowa to make pallets from corn debris. This facility will be a 50,000-square-foot plant on 40 acres in northwest Iowa.

CornBoards are made from corn stalks, husks, and leaves that are bailed and sent to the manufacturing facility. The materials are then sifted, sorted, and combined with a resin before being transformed into boards.

These boards are incredibly versatile and have been used to make everything from surfboards and snowboards to furniture. They're also used to make sustainable shipping pallets.

By using corn debris, the company is reducing the need to harvest U.S. forests, which is a significant step towards sustainability. Approximately one million acres of U.S. forests are harvested each year to make pallets.

The CornBoard pallets weigh less than traditional wood skids but have equivalent structural integrity. This makes them a great alternative for businesses looking to reduce their environmental impact.

The company is looking for 30 to 50 farmers to provide 50,000 bales of corn debris each year, which will be paid up to $750,000. This is a great opportunity for farmers to earn some extra income while contributing to a more sustainable industry.

CornBoard pallets weigh less than traditional wood skids but have equivalent structural integrity.

The company is looking for 30 to 50 farmers to provide 50,000 bales, about 50 million pounds, of plant debris each year.

Approximately one million acres of U.S. forests are harvested each year to make pallets; many are used once before being sent to a landfill.

Customers can lease CornBoard pallets and return them to be reused or broken down, recycled, and remade into more pallets.