25 Bamboo Business Ideas You Can Start Today [2024]

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Updated: July 24th, 2023

Interested in starting a bamboo business in 2024?

We put together 25 of the best bamboo businesses you can start in today.

For each business idea, we’ll show you real-world examples of other bamboo businesses to help you see what it really takes.

Here's the full list:

1. Start a bamboo rugs sells business

2. Start a bamboo tea production business

3. Start a bamboo accessories business

4. Start a bamboo exporting business

5. Start a bamboo research center business

6. Start a sports equipment manufacturing business

How much you can make: $475,000,000/month

Kevin Plank started Under Armour in his grandmother’s basement

Under Armour, the American sports equipment and sports apparel manufacturing company, started from scratch in 1996 with an initial product of a synthetic base layer that wicks away sweat, and has since expanded their range to include football, cross-training, and running shoes, with 2019 revenues of $5.27 billion.

About

They started Under Armour over 28 years ago

Revenue

They grew the business to $475M/month

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7. Start a bamboo tableware business

8. Start a bamboo plantation business

9. Start a bamboo furniture

10. Start a bamboo home items sales business

11. Start a biofuel production business

12. Start a bamboo farm tools manufacturing business

13. Start a bamboo utensils business

14. Start a bamboo flooring installation business

15. Start a bamboo importation business

16. Start a bamboo scaffold building business

17. Start a bamboo beer and wine production business

18. Start a bamboo toothbrush manufacturing business

19. Start a bamboo baskets business

20. Start an activated bamboo charcoal sales business

21. Start a bamboo vinegar business

22. Start a bamboo firewood business

23. Start a bamboo textile manufacturing business

24. Become a basket weaver

The basket weaver business idea is about creating beautiful, handmade baskets using materials such as wicker, straw, or natural fibers.

To start this business, you will need basic basket weaving skills and access to the materials you will use to create your baskets.

You may also need a workspace, such as a small studio or workshop, to create and store your baskets.

To operate your basket-weaving business, you must market and sell your baskets to customers. You can market and sell through various channels, such as online marketplaces, craft fairs, or your website. You may also consider partnering with local retailers or gift shops to sell your baskets.

In terms of pricing, you will need to consider the cost of materials and the time and effort you put into each basket. It is essential to set fair prices that reflect the value of your baskets while also allowing you to make a profit.

The basket weaver business idea is a great way to turn your passion for crafting into a successful business. With the basic skills, materials, and marketing, you can create and sell beautiful baskets to customers worldwide.

25. Start a pulp and paper business

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Pat Walls

I'm Pat Walls and I created Starter Story - a website dedicated to helping people start businesses. We interview entrepreneurs from around the world about how they started and grew their businesses.

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