Researchers from MSU Cultivate and Develop Commercial Products from Watermeal that Meet Quality Standards and Encourage Environmental Friendliness
Many people might already be familiar with watermeal, and there are others who are not yet aware of what watermeal looks like, whether it is edible, and what benefits it provides. Today, researchers from Mahasarakham University (MSU) have employed technology to enhance the efficiency of watermeal cultivation, aiming to produce high-quality watermeal. They found that the quality of cultivated watermeal contains higher protein than soybeans when compared in the same cultivation area. Additionally, it contains all the essential amino acids, vitamins, high fiber, and is rich in many other necessary nutrients, and beneficial for the digestive system. Watermeal is also low in calories, starch, sugar, and fat, making it suitable for those who want to control their weight.
Moreover, watermeal is one of the aquatic plants in the new strategic policy drive of the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives in the future food sector. It is a rising mega trend widely discussed, with significant interest from the food industry. It represents a future food product with intriguing potential, indicative of a promising future for farmers and the food industry. Watermeal is, therefore, a type of plant that the research team at the Faculty of Technology, MSU, led by Asst.Prof. Supachai Sutticharoen, Deputy Dean for Resource Management and Student Quality Development, is continuing to study and develop further.
Contact Information for Interested Persons
Asst.Prof. Supachai Sutticharoen,
Deputy Dean for Resource Management and Student Quality Development,
Faculty of Technology,
Mahasarakham University
Phone: 081-3872812
Email: [email protected]
