Process

How a bale moves through Kafela Jute.

Growers are paid on a weight they did not see, and grades are argued after the bales have left the store.

The record

Each bale is weighed with the grower present and written as a receipt line, and the grade is fixed before the bale is stored.

Close-up of a stencilled jute sack showing a weight marking
  1. 1. ArriveThe grower brings bales to the arat's yard.
  2. 2. WeighEach bale is weighed in front of the grower.
  3. 3. ReceiptThe receipt line is written and signed.
  4. 4. SellA sale closes the receipt and records the buyer.