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Since the 1980s, chitosan has been the subject of much research for use in horticulture and agriculture. By 1989, chitosan salt solutions were used to prime agricultural seeds or apply them to crops for increased freeze protection. Soon after, the EPA issued the first-ever biopesticide label for chitosan salt, which was followed by other intellectual property applications. Chitin is a naturally occurring polysaccharide that is found in the cell walls of some fungi and the exoskeletons of crustaceans such as shrimp, crabs, and lobsters. The polymer chitosan is likewise made from chitin. It is used in a wide variety of fields, including agriculture, food, and pharmaceuticals. It is a biocompatible and degradable substance.
Chitosan’s functions in horticulture and agriculture, including its role in plant defense and yield enhancement, are based on its effects on the biochemistry and molecular biology of plant cells. The nuclear chromatin and plasma membrane are the cellular targets. Cell membranes, chromatin, DNA, calcium, MAP kinase, reactive oxygen species, callose pathogenesis-related (PR) genes, and phytoalexins all undergo further modifications.
It is important to distinguish between the effects of fertilizers and pesticides on plants and the environment and chitosan’s inherent biocontrol capabilities. A new level of economically advantageous biological control of crops for horticulture and agriculture is represented by chitosan active biopesticides. When applied to foliage, chitosan’s biocontrol mechanism of action causes plants to naturally mount intrinsic defenses against pathogens, insects, and soil-borne illnesses.
The Australia Chitosan market accounted for $XX Billion in 2022 and is anticipated to reach $XX Billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of XX% from 2023 to 2030.
Chitin and chitosan made from fungi may now be produced on an industrial scale according to a method developed by KitoZyme. This ground-breaking invention significantly altered how people thought about and used this class of biopolymers. Customers of KitoZyme can suggest Nutraceuticals, Supplements, or Medical Devices to the global population for different diets or food preferences, such as vegan, Kosher, or Halal, thanks to the non-animal, non-GMO, and non-allergenic source of chitin. In addition to having a significant presence in the fields of nutraceuticals and oral medical devices, KitoZyme has also set the bar high for innovation and fashion in the winemaking sector. Based on those results, the business is now releasing updated varieties of its chitin derivatives and chitosans to the market in an effort to further support a healthier and greener planet.
