Probiotics derived from circular feedstock via lactic acid bacteria and yeast cultivation

Halophytes are emerging as supercrops due to their diversity and ability to adapt to challenging environments. They are especially suitable for cultivation in marginal lands and can be used for the phytoremediation of salt-affected soils. Additionally, halophytes show promise in helping with CO2 capture. These plants are rich in high-value bioactive compounds such as phenolics, carotenoids, and vitamins. A halophyte-based biorefinery aims to extract these valuable compounds. The leftover green juice from processing can be used as a medium for enzymatic hydrolysis and fermentation. The remaining lignocellulosic fibers can also besaccharified and fermented with probiotic bacteria and yeast to produce functional animal feed. Overall, commercializing halophytes could greatly enhance soil quality, preventfurther soil degradation, and take advantage of their natural carbon sequestration properties while also leading to the production of high-value compounds and functional feed.