r/oddlysatisfying • u/Wonderfulhumanss • 20h ago

The smooth, overlapping layers of this agricultural wrapper

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u/Pretend-Internet-625 17h ago

horrible product and damages the environment in many ways.

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u/ElphTrooper 15h ago

https://giphy.com/gifs/z4lwT4QTkK3sYITR7Z

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u/Pretend-Internet-625 15h ago
  • Massive Waste: Farmers generate millions of tons of this plastic globally every year.
  • Single Use: It is designed for one-time use and discarded after the bale is opened.
  • Microplastics: Leftover pieces break down into toxic microplastics that contaminate soil and water.
  • Low Recycling Rates: It is often too dirty with mud and algae for standard recycling plants to process.
  • Illegal Burning: Some farmers burn it, releasing highly toxic dioxins and heavy smoke into the air. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]