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The Journey of Notebooks: From Tree to Market in India

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Introduction : Notebooks are crucial for education, creativity, and organisation. Have you ever pondered how these commonplace products are manufactured and distributed? In this blog, we will look at the intriguing process of notebook production in India, including tree farming, manufacturing procedures, and the trip from production to market. Image Courtesy: https://www.indiamart.com/proddetail/spiral-notebook-6817494248.html Cultivation of Trees: The cultivation of various types of trees is the first step in the papermaking process. Softwood woods like pines, spruces, hemlocks, and firs are suitable for making paper. Hardwood trees , on the other hand, such as poplars, birch, hickory, maple  are used to make stronger printing paper and magazines. Harvesting and Processing: When the trees reach maturity, they are harvested with care to ensure sustainable practises. The trees are processed once they have been harvested. The logs are first debarked and processed into small chips or fib