Elaboración de bandejas biodegradables germinables a partir de coronas de piñas

Abstract

This research focuses on the search for a sustainable alternative that contributes to the reduction of the use of disposable plastics and, at the same time, promotes the regeneration of ecosystems through the growth of new forms of life. The problem lies in the need to reduce the environmental impact generated by non-biodegradable materials, promoting innovative and functional solutions. The methodology employed included the analysis of physicochemical, mechanical and optical properties, using an experimental design that allowed determining the optimal combination of materials. Showing that the best treatment presents a moisture percentage of 10.09 percent, beneficial for maintaining seed stability, a thickness of 3.5 mm ensuring structural integrity, a solubility percentage of 17 percent, the lowest among the treatments, a water vapor permeability of 3. 64E-06 grams, millimeters, hours to the minus one, centimeters to the minus 2, pascals to the minus 1 and a water resistance during 48 hours of monitoring, a color in green and yellow shades and a minimum transparency, protecting the food from exposure to light, high biodegradability in a time of 30 days and a germination potential of 75 percent for radish and 70 percent for coriander. These results confirm the feasibility of developing germinable biodegradable trays as a practical, sustainable solution aligned with current environmental needs.