Estidamah releases study on Bidah pomegranate micropropagation and bioactive compounds.

- Estidamah published research on Bidah pomegranate, highlighting its bioactive compounds and potential in combating pathogens and cancer.

Riyadh, March 26, 2025 – The National Research and Development Center for Sustainable Agriculture (Estidamah) has recently published a scientific paper in Life, a Q1 peer-reviewed international journal, discussing the role of micropropagation techniques in producing bioactive compounds from Bidah pomegranate.

The research highlights the center’s focus on agricultural innovation, specifically studying the chemical properties and active compounds of Bidah pomegranate and their potential in combating pathogens and reducing the spread of cancer cells.

Titled "Bidah Pomegranate Landrace: Chemical Composition, Antioxidant, Antibacterial, and Anticancer Activity," the study explored how plant tissue culture technology could increase agricultural production and improve sustainability. This aligns with the national biotechnology plan and supports Estidamah's development of innovative agricultural solutions using modern biotechnologies.

The findings revealed that Bidah pomegranate contains biologically active compounds with strong antioxidant, antibacterial, and anticancer properties, making it a promising candidate for medical and pharmaceutical uses.

This achievement demonstrates Estidamah's dedication to applied research, advancing agricultural solutions, keeping up with scientific progress, and contributing to food security and sustainable agriculture. To access the research paper, visit: https://doi.org/10.3390/life15030489.