The process of turning manure into paper is very laborious and so interesting I thought I’d share it with you.

First they collect the naturally dried elephant compost from elephant conservation parks. At the paper-making factory the dung goes through a pre-rinse with water, which leaves only the fibrous material that comes from bamboo, fruit and grass elephants’ diet is rich in. Afterward the fibres are boiled to ensure the pulp is super clean. More natural fibres from banana trees and pineapples are added for extra paper thickness and strength. The moist fibres are then separated into small quantities of about 300-400 grams each and spread over a mesh tray and left to dry naturally for a few hours. Once dry the sheet of paper is peeled of and ready for production.