Latest new vegan leather industry news today? All of us are doing one thing or the other to try to change our world and make it better. However, the biggest issue of the 21st century is our consumption habits. Too much production is taking place that is costing us our environment and many other things. During this time, Asif Ali Gohar is a ray of hope as he is a pioneer of vegan leather. His idea can change the fashion industry for the better. We conducted a detailed interview with him so you can also learn about him and join him in this change. Find more info on Mr Asif Ali Gohar.
When Did You Begin Your Research Of Vegan Leather? I have been interested in vegan alternatives to leather for a long time. However, I began formally researching this when I was studying at the University of Hamburg. It gave me the freedom and resources to research substitutes for vegan leather. Why Did You Choose Rice As A Vegan Leather Substitute? I chose rice as the main agent of vegan leather to honor my Pakistani roots. Pakistan is the tenth biggest rice exporter in the world. It contributes to 8% of the total global rice trade. So, there is a lot of information and resources in Pakistan regarding leather and rice. I am hoping to use that information and resources to transform the vegan leather industry.
During Asif’s high school times, he received a project that sparked his interest in vegan alternatives to leather. After graduation, he joined the University of Hamburg to do his majors in business administration. At this time, Asif was trying new ways in his home to figure out vegan alternatives. He finally found the rice to be a suitable alternative, and that changed everything. Asif uses rice to honor his homeland while trying to change the world. And now Asif plans to make vegan leather mainstream!
The flowers are best matured in flowerbeds although, they can also grow in pots making them a very easy plant to look after was the less experienced of gardeners. The Gohar rose simply needs to be watered daily and the soil needs to be maintained regularly. In addition, it is important to clear up any petals that may have fallen off. It is a brilliant plant to brighten up your garden after the summer months. Asif Ali Gohar’s advice to those looking to grow rose is; ‘Be patient and attentive. Your rose will not grow overnight but you must water it and tend to its soil daily to achieve the best outcome.
While the Gohar rose can mainly be found in Lahore, Pakistan – Asif Ali Gohar has been in talks with multiple gardening and botany organizations to have the roses widespread across the country, and eventually across the world. There have already been inquiries from several neighboring countries to have the Gohar rose grown there, but Pakistan is the first priority for Asif. He has also attempted to conduct workshops to guide gardeners of the best practices in rose growing that he has learned over the years in his career.
