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A Summary of Current Program 7/1/66 and Preliminary Report of Progress for 7/1/65 to 6/30/66: Northern Utilization Research and Development Division ... of Agriculture, and Related Work of the Stat - Softcover

United States Department Of Agriculture

 
9780428014995: A Summary of Current Program 7/1/66 and Preliminary Report of Progress for 7/1/65 to 6/30/66: Northern Utilization Research and Development Division ... of Agriculture, and Related Work of the Stat

Synopsis

This book is a guide to an ongoing program of scientific research to enhance utilization of corn, sorghum, soybeans, flax, crambe, and new crop plants. Various research segments are analyzed in the context of historical knowledge and insights, and include investigation into the industrial potential of corn starch, the use of soybean oil as a concrete protectant, and the value of flaxseed oil in the production of surface-sizing agents for paper. Thematic depth includes examination of fatty acids of wheat, improved corn proteins, and the use of leaf protein as a foodstuff. The compilation provides readers with an overview of the potential of various crops and plant-based products in industrial applications, as well as promising new uses and ongoing research into their development.

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