Optimization of Extracellular Cellulose in Nata de Citrullus Using Natural Nitrogen Derived from Glycine max-Based Soybean Sprout Extract
Watermelon rind (Citrullus lanatus) constitutes a substantial fraction of post-harvest agricultural waste in tropical countries, particularly Indonesia. Its carbohydrate-rich composition makes it a viable substrate for bacterial cellulose fermentation, specifically for the production of nata de Citrullus. However, the...