What is the market for laminated bamboo furniture?
The market for laminated bamboo furniture is growing steadily. Presently, China is the only place it is produced on even a medium scale and there is much potential, particularly in exports to more affluent countries. It is produced from a renewable resource and is environmentally friendly which can be an important selling point, and it is also so versatile that a huge range of designs and products can be produced. What is the role of a laminated bamboo furniture-making unit in rural development? A laminated bamboo furniture unit will provide income-generating opportunities for local people. The requirements for a regular supply of bamboos will encourage the establishment and sustainable management of bamboo stands and plantations to supply a regular quantity of bamboos to the unit and hence create income-generating opportunities for bamboo cultivators and harvesters. The need for efficient management of the unit would offer significant opportunities for career enhancement and employee
