Key Takeaways:
- 2nd Nature and Kanematsu Corporation have announced a collaboration to assess the potential of agricultural and food processing side streams as sources of high-value functional ingredients
- Kanematsu will use 2nd Nature's AI platform to analyze underutilized byproducts from its existing operations
- The engagement begins with the Discovery phase, mapping the molecular potential of Kanematsu's side streams to identify compounds such as proteins, functional fibers, and bioactives
- The company's Intelligent Upcycling Platform™ is designed to take findings from discovery through to commercial production
- The collaboration aligns with Kanematsu's stated corporate principle of contributing to a sustainable society through innovation
2nd Nature Partners with Kanematsu to Analyze Agricultural Side Streams
2nd Nature, proprietor of the AgWaste Portal™ and The Intelligent Upcycling Platform™, has announced a collaboration with Kanematsu Corporation, a Japanese general trading company. Under the agreement, Kanematsu will use 2nd Nature's proprietary AI platform to evaluate the potential of agricultural and food processing side streams as sources of high-value functional ingredients.
Dr. Effendi Leonard, co-founder and CEO of 2nd Nature, said: “Food processing side streams are treasure troves full of nutrients and high-value ingredients. For too long, they are viewed as waste. Partnering with Kanematsu, insights generated through this exploration may help inform future discussions around innovation and sustainability opportunities.”
Scope of the Collaboration
Discovery Phase
The engagement begins with the Discovery phase of 2nd Nature's vertically integrated process. During this stage, 2nd Nature's AI will map the molecular potential of Kanematsu's side streams, identifying valuable compounds — including proteins, functional fibers, and bioactives — based on their predicted functional properties.
