Spread 'Saeyan' which proved its effectiveness through joint research between SKKU and JARES
- 생명공학대학
- Hit1925
- 2019-09-09
The Jeonnam Agricultural Research and Extension Services (JARES) announced on August 26 that it has transferred the protection of the new White Tremella (a scientific name: Tremella fuciformis Berk), Saeyan, to private companies. 'Saeyan' is a pure Korean word with a meaning of new and white. As its name expresses, its lampshade is white. It has a fast bacterial culture, and is resistant to pests. In particular, a joint study with Sungkyunkwan University showed excellent anti-obesity activity and excellent functionality (related thesis: [A Comparative Study on the Physiological Activities of Auricularia spp.] )
(photo provided by JARES)
JARES expects that the transfer of 'Saeyan' to the private sector will enable the market of differentiated White Tremella, in a situation that more than 80% of domestically distributed black mushrooms has being imported. As a result, it is expected to increase the competitiveness of safer and more functional Korean black mushrooms and contribute to increase of farm income. Kim Sung-il, Director of Technology, said, “We will continue our efforts to expand and supply domestically grown mushrooms, including health foods, to study the drying and storage methods of 'Saeyan' and to increase consumption.
(source: http://cnews.thekpm.com/view.php?ud=201909021519195331931afa4cb1_17)