Korean researchers have developed a method to strengthen biodegradable plastics using hemp hurd, an agricultural byproduct. The approach is expected to be applicable to other large-volume agricultural residues, including soybean stalks and rice straw.

Source: [Phys.org](https://phys.org/news/2026-09-hemp-cellulose-tougher-biodegradable-plastics.html)

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