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This review examines methods for producing bacterial cellulose sustainably and explores its potential applications in food packaging.

April 1, 2026Sustainable Food Technology3 citationsOpen Access

Sustainable and Eco-friendly Bacterial Cellulose Production Using Agro-Forest Waste for Food Packaging Applications: A Review

TATubanur AvciMarmara University AÇAslıhan ÇalhanYıldız Technical University EAEda Nur Ayar-Sumer

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This review examines methods for producing bacterial cellulose sustainably and explores its potential applications in food packaging.
Evaluated various agro-forest waste materials for bacterial cellulose production.
Reviewed existing production techniques and their economic impacts.
Analyzed the properties of bacterial cellulose relevant to food packaging.
Identified several agro-forest waste types suitable for bacterial cellulose production.
Highlighted the potential for reduced production costs and environmental benefits.
Emphasized the mechanical strength and biodegradability of the produced cellulose.

Abstract

Bacterial cellulose (BC) is a biopolymer with several unique properties, including high purity, crystallinity, biocompatibility, biodegradability, and excellent mechanical strength. However, high production costs, mainly due to expensive culture media,...

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