Embrapa Develops Biodegradable Film That Extends Shelf Life of Coconuts
Coconuts have become a very valuable commodity in recent years, with products such as coconut water, oil and milk having gained major popularity in the global food and beverage, healthcare, and beauty industry. In response to this demanding consumer market, the Brazilian Corporation Embrapa Food Agroindustry recently developed an edible, biodegradable film that can be applied to coconuts in order to extend the shelf life of the product up to four times. Further feeling the demand for coconuts, this new technology will open many doors for the Brazilian coconut industry and allow Brazilian producers like Primal to break into the worldwide market.…