Ambrosia Milk Pays Cambodian Mothers for Their Breast Milk to Sell in the USA
Alyson Wyers — March 29, 2016 — Life-Stages
References: ambrosiamilk & springwise
Many American companies choose to outsource talent from developing countries, but this for-profit milk bank stands out. Ambrosia Milk pays women in Cambodia for their excess breast milk, which is then made available for sale in the United States.
This is a new option for mothers who want to breastfeed their babies but are unable to or cannot produce enough. Many milk banks are under-supplied or not policed. Based in Utah, the startup redistributes excess milk to parents in need states-side for a more affordable price.
Ambrosia Labs provides an alternative source of income outside of factory work for better pay. Before sale the milk is pasteurized and adheres to standards set by the World Health Organization.
This is a new option for mothers who want to breastfeed their babies but are unable to or cannot produce enough. Many milk banks are under-supplied or not policed. Based in Utah, the startup redistributes excess milk to parents in need states-side for a more affordable price.
Ambrosia Labs provides an alternative source of income outside of factory work for better pay. Before sale the milk is pasteurized and adheres to standards set by the World Health Organization.
Trend Themes
1. Outsourcing Talent - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Companies can explore outsourcing talent from developing countries to tap into unique resources and skills.
2. Milk Banks - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Milk banks can revolutionize the way parents access breast milk by providing a safe and regulated supply chain.
3. Alternative Income - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Startups can create platforms for individuals to generate income outside traditional employment, addressing economic disparities.
Industry Implications
1. Healthcare - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Healthcare providers can explore collaborations with milk banks to enhance accessibility and affordability of breast milk for infants.
2. E-commerce - Disruptive innovation opportunity: E-commerce platforms can offer a marketplace for milk banks, facilitating the distribution of breast milk to parents in need across different locations.
3. Human Resources - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Human resources departments can help businesses explore and optimize talent outsourcing strategies to leverage global resources efficiently.
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