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Duckweed: The Sustainable Protein Source Transforming the Food Industry
If you're not familiar with duckweed, also known as water lentils, it may come as a surprise that this aquatic plant is poised to revolutionize the food industry. Tony Jimenez, the founder of a company harnessing the power of duckweed, shares his insights on this remarkable journey.
Addressing the Challenges in the Food Industry
Over the past couple of years, the food industry has been overwhelmed with synthetic, unhealthy, or allergenic ingredients. Jimenez and his team recognized the need for a natural successor to these problematic ingredients. Their search led them to an enzyme known as Rubisco, one of the most abundant proteins on the planet, which is present in every leafy green.