When people hear the word "bamboo," they often picture an aggressive plant that takes over yards and ecosystems. But not all bamboo is created equal. In fact, Bambusa vulgaris var. vulgaris — the species cultivated by Bamboo Biofarms in Jamaica — is a non-invasive, clumping bamboo with a long history of sustainable use.

A look at the current challenges the paper and pulp industry face and why manufacturers are turning to bamboo as the solution.