date:May 18, 2022
Scientists have discovered how to significantly improve the sustainability of the sugarcane industry by turning a major by-product into a valuable chemical used in food, medicines and cosmetics.
In a project carried out in partnership between scientists in the UK, including from the University of York, and Indian and UK companies, researchers found a way to turn bagasse the fibrous material left after crushing the sugarcane plant into citric acid.
India is the worlds second largest producer