Merchandise refers to project created by IAAS Nepal’s various Local Committees under different project related activities. Our merchandise collection showcases these products and reflects the creativity, identity, and spirit of IAAS Nepal . At present, the merchandise section is intended for display purposes only, and the products are not yet available for purchase. We are working to expand and update the collection with existing and newly developed products from different Local Committees. The merchandise will soon be available for marketing and purchase. Stay tuned as we continue to develop and update the merchandise collection on the official IAAS Nepal website.

IAAS NEPAL LC AFU

Project Trash to treasure:

Trash to Treasure is a environmentally sustainable project where discarded agricultural wastes like husk of maize, pista shell, siru grass etc are used to make flowers, mat (chakati), tray/ containers (dhakiya), dolls and other decorative items.

PRODUCTS

CORN HUSK DOLLS

Corn husk dolls are handmade craft items prepared from dried maizehusks. They are mainly used as decorative pieces, toys, and cultural handicrafts.

MAIZE HUSK MATS

Maize husk mats are made by weaving or arranging dried maize husks. They can be used as floor mats, sitting mats and decorative items.

CRAFTED FLOWERS

Maize husk flowers are handmade decorative flowers prepared from dried maize husks.They can be used in bouquets, home decoration, and craft displays

HUSK TRAYS/ BUCKETS

Maize husk trays and buckets are made by shaping and weaving dried maize husks.They are useful for storing, carrying, or displaying lightweight items.

PISTA SHELLS DECORATIVE ITEMS

Pista shell crafts are made by reusing discarded pistachio shells in creative designs. They are used for wall decoration, flower arrangements, photo frames, and other decorative crafts.

IAAS NEPAL LC SINDHUL

Project Trash to Treasure

PRODUCTS

Maize Husk Basket :

A maize husk flower and basket  are a decorative items made by creatively folding, cutting, and shaping the dried husk (outer leaves) of maize cobs. It is an example of “Trash to Treasure,” where agricultural waste is converted into a useful and attractive product instead of being burned or discarded. Dried maize husks are cleaned, softened if necessary, and shaped into petals and leaves. The pieces are then arranged and secured to form a flower. The husks are tightly arranged and secured to make the basket strong and durable. Handles and decorative designs can also be added.

Maize Husk Table Mat and Sitting Mat

Maize husk table mat is an eco-friendly handmade mat made from dried maize husks. Dried maize husks are cleaned, dried, and softened before being stripped, braided, or woven together to form a flat mat. The husks are tightly arranged to provide a firm surface, and the edges can be finished with additional husk fibers or thread for a neat appearance.

Maize Husk Hand Fan

A maize husk hand fan is a traditional, eco-friendly fan made from dried maize husks. It is a creative product that converts agricultural waste into useful household item. Dried maize husk are cleaned, dried and softened before being arranged, folded and woven into fan structure, A handle made from bamboo, wood, or tightly rolled husk is attached for easy handling.

IAAS NEPAL LC GPCAR

PRODUCTS

Potato Chips

Potato chips is the most popular product consumed in Nepal. In Trash to Treasure project we can see how we can produce value added snacks with materials found easily on our area. Product description: Potatoes are thinly sliced, fried and seasoned with organic masala like turmeric , paprika, and beetroot.

Uses:

• Convenient food for consumer
• Suitable for small scale entrepreneur
• Produce income generation

IAAS LOGO CROCHET

Crocheting is the popular traditional handicraft technique used to create decorative and attractive handmade items with yarn. IAAS logo was created using this technique. Product description: IAAS logo is crocheted using colourful yarn to create attractive and unique iaas logo design.

Coconut Shell

Coconut shells, which are often discarded as waste, can be recycled into environmentally friendly and traditional kitchen utensils. A cleaned and polished coconut shell is shaped into Dadu/Punyu, a traditional kitchen utensil used in handling or serving of food.

IAAS NEPAL LC RAMPUR CAMPUS

Project: Loop and Bloom

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Eco-Dhoop

It is focused on managing floral waste generated from temples, households, and events by converting it into eco-friendly dhoop bhatti (incense sticks). Instead of allowing flower waste to decompose and contribute to environmental pollution, this project transforms it into a value-added product that is both useful and environmentally responsible.

DIY Planters and crafts from Plastics :

These products are generated as waste-management or recycling project focused on converting discarded plastic materials into useful or decorative products while reducing plastic pollution. Giving plastic waste a new life by transforming it into beautiful and useful creations, especially crafts, DIY Planters, art, so-on.

IAAS NEPAL LC BARDIBAS

Project : Trash To treasure

PRODUCTS

Maize Husk and Rice Straw Coaster

Handwoven using treated maize husk and rice straw fibers, these drink coasters feature a compact, heat-resistant, and absorbent braided structure designed to protect surfaces from beverage spills and thermal damage.

Uses:

• Protects wooden and glass tables from hot/cold drink condensation
• Eco-friendly souvenir or gift item for organization events, Suitable for home, office, and exhibition displays

Woven Husk & Straw Mat:

This multi-purpose mat features a dense, braided weave made from treated maize husk and rice straw fibers. Designed with natural texture and cushioning, it offers high durability, thermal resistance, and classic aesthetic appeal for floor and surface use.

Uses:

• Traditional floor rug or comfortable seat pad for wooden stools and low seating
• Protective placemat or trivet for hot cookware  and dining table
• Eco-friendly decorative base for centerpieces, floor arrangements, and exhibitions
• Promotes zero-waste agricultural innovations and local craft preservation

IAAS NEPAL LC HICAST

Project Vermi wash

PRODUCTS

FUNGI ENHANCED VERMICOMPOST

Substrates like cow dung and agricultural straw are first brokendown using mushroom/fungus culture. The pre-digested materials and fungal biomass are subsequently fed to earthworms, resulting in nutrient-dense, microbially rich vermicompost.

Uses:

• High-potency organic bio-fertilizer for home garden plants and farm crops.
• Improves soil structure, aeration, and moisture retention capability.
• Promotes effective agricultural waste recycling and sustainable soil management.

VERMIWASH (LIQUID FOLIAR EXTRACT)

A nutrient-rich liquid extract containing soluble NPK, trace minerals, enzymes, and natural plant hormones (auxins and cytokinins) washed directly from the vermicomposting process.

Uses:

• Quick-acting organic foliar spray and root drench for crops.
• Enhances plant resistance against pests and diseases.
• Boosts leaf growth, flowering, and overall crop yield naturally.

IAAS NEPAL LC PAKHLIHAWA

Project : jaggery from cornstalk

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JAGGERY FROM CORNSTALK

Description: A pioneering “Waste-to-Wealth” product made from extracted cornstalk juice. This jaggery is a healthier alternative to refined sugar, featuring lower sucrose levels and enriched with essential minerals like Potassium (K) and Molybdenum (Mo). It is specifically designed for health-conscious consumers and diabetic patients, offering a unique blend of sweet, salty, and tangy flavors.

SUSTAINABLE DEEPAWALI LIGHTS

Description: Handcrafted, eco-friendly decorative lights designed for the Dipawali festival. These lights are created by upcycling agricultural waste (such as corn husks or dried stalks) and other discarded materials, transforming them into artistic household decor. These products promote the concept of a circular economy by giving a “second life” to waste materials, reducing environmental footprints while providing students with a platform for creative entrepreneurship.

IAAS NEPAL LC ERC

Project : Trichovermi

PRODUCTS

TRICOVERMI

Trichoderma-enriched vermicompost, made by composting organic waste with earthworms (Eisenia fetida) over ~30–45 days, then inoculating the matured compost with Trichoderma fungus and curing for 10–15 days to boost disease-resistance and soil health. Developed as a 100-day community project under IAAS Nepal LC ERC, local farmer/women training included. Used as both an agricultural input and commercial product.

IAAS NEPAL LC TIKAPUR

Project : Sweet solution

CANE PEAT (Sustainable growing media )

It is locally developed growing media made from processed ad fermented suragecane bargasse. The raw materials involved are Sugarcane bargasse, Dry leaves , EM : 1LTR/ 5 kg and formalin 1ltr/8 kg. The product made from agriculture waste and is eco friendly growing media . It is suitable for Nursery and container plants and locally produced in Kailali, Tikapur.

IAAS NEPAL CLC PURANCHAUR

Project :Hypha Nest

PRODUCTS

Hypha nest bottle stand and plant pot

HyphaNet is an innovative initiative that transforms agricultural waste into sustainable, functional, and eco-friendly products by combining agricultural residues with mushroom mycelium. Through this approach, waste materials that would otherwise be discarded or burned are converted into value-added products, including biodegradable plant pots and sustainable bottle stands. The products demonstrate the potential of mycelium-based materials as an environmentally responsible alternative to conventional materials while promoting waste reduction, resource efficiency, and circular economy practices.

Hypha Nest Tray

HyphaNest Tray is a sustainable, biodegradable tray made by combining mushroom mycelium with agricultural waste. Designed as an eco-friendly alternative to conventional trays, it is lightweight, functional, and naturally biodegradable after use. The product transforms agricultural residues into a useful, value-added material while showcasing the potential of mycelium-based products in sustainable packaging and everyday applications.

IAAS NEPAL LC GAURADAHA :

Project : Agrobloom

Bookmarks and seedpapers

Agro Bloom transforms agricultural waste residues such as rice straw and maize husks into handmade, biodegradable seed paper. The seed paper is creatively developed into products such as plantable bookmarks and artwork/paintings, combining sustainability with creativity. Embedded with seeds, these products can be planted after use, allowing the paper to naturally decompose and support plant growth. Agro Bloom demonstrates how agricultural waste can be converted into value-added, eco-friendly products while promoting circular resource use, waste reduction, and sustainable consumption.

IAAS NEPAL LC KU

Flower Crochet Bouquet

Crochet flowers offer a reusable, long-lasting alternative to fresh-cut flowers. In the Trash to Treasure project, leftover yarn is turned into handmade decorative bouquets instead of going to waste.

Product description

Tulips and a rose are hand-crocheted using soft yarn in white, sky blue, and green, then shaped around wire stems so the finished bouquet can be styled and displayed like real flowers.

Uses

• Long-lasting gift and decorative item
• Reusable alternative to fresh flowers
• Suitable for home and event decor
• Supports small-scale handicraft entrepreneurs

Mandala Art on Agro-bloom Paper

Agro-bloom paper is handmade from agricultural waste fibers, giving crop residue a second life as an eco-friendly canvas for traditional and folk-inspired art.

Product description

Intricate mandala-style patterns, including a Kathakali-inspired face and a peacock feather motif, are hand-drawn in fine-tip pen directly onto the textured, recycled paper surface.

Uses

• Wall art and home decoration
• Promotes eco-friendly, upcycled art materials
• Suitable for exhibitions and cultural showcases
• Encourages creative reuse of agricultural waste