From Trash to Treasure: Belarusian Gardener's Clever Reuse of Water Filter Cartridges

Ganzevichi, Belarus – A Belarusian woman has found a creative way to reduce waste and save money in her garden. Hope Minkо (nickname on social media), a resident of the Ganzevici district, shared a video demonstrating how she repurposes used water filter cartridges as strong twine for supporting her greenhouse plants. "We used to throw them away," she explains in the video. "But now I reuse the string inside for tying up cucumbers and tomatoes." The video shows the surprisingly durable nature of the repurposed twine, contrasting a new and old filter cartridge. Her simple, practical approach has resonated with many viewers, highlighting the potential for creative solutions to everyday problems and promoting environmentally conscious practices.