Plant-Based Coffee Developed in Turkmenistan from Sickle Senna Seeds

The biotechnology laboratory of the International Science and Technology Park of the Academy of Sciences of Turkmenistan has developed a technology titled "Plant-based coffee based on sickle senna seeds" and has secured official intellectual property rights for it. Official Turkmen media reported this on Friday.

According to Altyn Rahmanova, head of the biotechnology laboratory, this project involves comprehensive research in three main areas. First, agrotechnical work was conducted to select the best conditions for growing senna in arid climates and saline soils, enabling a stable harvest without losing biologically active substances.

"Second, biochemical monitoring confirmed that seeds grown in Turkmen soil contain high amounts of antioxidants and carotene without accumulating harmful impurities. Third, an optimal thermal processing method for the local raw material was developed to achieve a traditional coffee flavor without using caffeine," Altyn Rahmanova stated.

As noted in the report, this method allowed for the creation of a production cycle, which is the main advantage of this closed project and guarantees its cost-effectiveness.

Plant-based coffee made from adapted senna can be an excellent solution for those following a healthy lifestyle. The drink tones the body, improves digestion, and benefits eyesight without putting a strain on the heart.

Additionally, Maral Gullyeva, a student at the Yagshigeldy Kakaev International University of Oil and Gas, has developed a technology for obtaining dyes from natural sulfur. Sulfur extracted from the "Galkynysh" gas field was used as the primary raw material.