date:Jul 26, 2021
Dutch researchers have used new breeding techniques to develop a chicory variety that no longer contains bitter compounds. Plant researcher at Katarina Cankar from Wageningen University Research says: In the European CHIC project, we are working on improved industrial chicory varieties (related to witloof) that contain dietary fibre and compounds that have potential medicinal properties.
Chicory taproots are a source of inulin, a natural sweetener that is used in bread and dairy products and a