Most western societies have a very throw-away nature, one of many reasons our landfill sites are filling up fast. I applaud this use of eco-friendly technology, a biodegradable picnic set, as it means it doesn’t matter if the plates, etc get left around in a field after a festival or picnic, as it’s all 100% eco friendly. If you want to keep the kit, you just wash it after use (as water is a vital part of the breakdown process).
The picnic set is made from 100% biodegradable cassava, which is the tropical plant used to make tapioca! (I didn’t know that). Each set comprises cassava plates, bowls, and cups. The cutlery is made from wood, and the set contains spoons, forks, and knives. It only takes a few weeks for the set to break down, so it won’t break down whilst you’re holding your drink or eating your pudding!
The cost is a little on the pricey side at £14.95. I look forward to the day where all disposable plates and cutlery are 100% biodegradable. If we’re not going to recycle it, we want it to compost at least!
