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Entrepreneurship in palm fronds recycling: a Jordanian case

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  • Ahmad Yousef Areiqat

    (Al-Ahliyya Amman University, Jordan)

  • Asaad Hameed Al-Ali

    (Al-Ahliyya Amman University, Jordan)

  • Hussein Mohammed Al-Yaseen

    (Al-Ahliyya Amman University, Jordan)

Abstract

This research paper argues that date palm fronds are feasible for recycling in bitmus production (organic agricultural soil) and have a good potential as an organic fertilizer. Entrepreneurial projects urge manufacturers to reconsider the use of these wastes of raw materials, and try to preserve them for organic agricultural soil and organic fertilizers’ liquid to be used for various plants and trees. This could help in preserving the environment and reducing the consumption of natural resources. The project aims to benefit from the wastes of palm trees in Al Ghor, Jordan, mainly date palm fronds which are abundant (They are presently burned, causing pollution and harm for farmers as well as the soil, the environment and the local community). Such fronds are transformed into useful forage for nutrient animals, livestock and soil fertilizers. The products from this project will be of high value for farmers and can be available as an alternative for imported fertilizers at preferable costs. In addition the produce will contribute in overcoming the shortage of forage materials in Jordan.

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  • Ahmad Yousef Areiqat & Asaad Hameed Al-Ali & Hussein Mohammed Al-Yaseen, 2019. "Entrepreneurship in palm fronds recycling: a Jordanian case," Entrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues, VsI Entrepreneurship and Sustainability Center, vol. 6(4), pages 1694-1703, June.
    • Handle: RePEc:ssi:jouesi:v:6:y:2019:i:4:p:1694-1703
    DOI: 10.9770/jesi.2019.6.4(10)
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    Keywords

    recycling; palm fronds (Phoenix dactylifera); bitmus; organic fertilizer; Jordan; entrepreneurship; sustainability;
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    JEL classification:

    • M13 - Business Administration and Business Economics; Marketing; Accounting; Personnel Economics - - Business Administration - - - New Firms; Startups
    • L60 - Industrial Organization - - Industry Studies: Manufacturing - - - General

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