Stop Removing Plastic

How būmigro's Microbe-Edible Mulch Eliminates Waste, Saves Labor, and Slashes GHG Emissions

Used plastic mulch film that is either burned or sent to a landfill is a part of the 3% of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions, or 1.2 Gt CO2e that is contributed to agricultural waste. By using upcycled products like our būmigro microbe-edible mulch film, būmi is putting a dent in that number. Recognized as a "Top 10 New Product Winner" at the 2026 World Ag Expo, the film is designed to promote a waste-free future in agriculture.

būmigro mulch film is a proprietary agricultural blend of polymers that are consumed by soil microbes, leaving behind zero microplastics or toxins. This innovation is backed by research from ETH Zurich, which demonstrates that soil microorganisms can mineralize polymer films and transfer carbon into their biomass. At the same time, every product made from bioplastics is an improvement on the impact petroleum-based plastics have on the environment.

So, how does the microbe-edible mulch film and other būmi products reduce our carbon footprint?

• Eliminate Plastic Waste: Minimize traditional plastic waste by replacing it with globally certified, compostable bioplastics that vanish in the soil, eliminating the need for their removal and disposal.1

• Promote Circular Economy: Encourage a circular economy by ensuring the product is made of 100% compostable material and is designed to return to replenish the earth rather than releasing it into the atmosphere.1

• Reduce GHG Emissions: By diverting agricultural waste from landfills and replacing petroleum-based plastics, the film helps reduce GHG emissions.1

• Enhance Soil Health & Efficiency: Nourish the soil and help reverse soil depletion. The film also helps farmers grow more consistent, better-tasting, and fungus-resistant crops, allowing for earlier harvests and reducing the need for herbicides.1

Looking for more details about būmi’s positive impact? Take a look at our official life cycle assessment documents. Farmers are invited to join our community and test the film on their fields to experience a more sustainable and efficient agricultural approach.