Reports from Texas State University Highlight Recent Findings in Sustainable Food and Agriculture (Seed Gum-based Polysaccharides Hydrogels for Sustainable Agriculture: a Review).

A recent study from Texas State University explores the use of seed gum-based polysaccharides hydrogels for sustainable agriculture. The research highlights the challenges of water scarcity in arid and semiarid regions and how hydrogels can enhance soil health, plant growth, and crop yield by retaining moisture and improving soil permeability. The review also discusses the properties, synthesis, and swelling behavior of hydrogels derived from natural plant seed gums. Additionally, the study examines the market growth, prospects, and challenges of eco-friendly hydrogels in recent times. Financial support for the research came from the Ingram School of Engineering and Translational Health Research Center at Texas State University. [Extracted from the article]