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Single cell protein (SCP) is the specific protein extracted from pure culture of single type of cells. Microorganisms, despite being very small, are capable of producing tonnes of proteins due to their higher rates of biomass production. Just like mushroom culture, it is expected that microbes will soon be accepted as a source of food. Presently, Spirulina, an alga is widely accepted as a source of SCP. It is economical and eco-friendly as well. It can be grown on economical substrates like waste water from potato processing plant, straw, molasses or even sewage.

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Single-cell protein?(SCP) refers to edible unicellular microorganisms. The biomass or?protein?extract from algae, yeasts, fungi or bacteria may be used as substitute for?protein-rich foods, and is suitable for human consumption or as animal feeds. It has potential for feeding the ever-increasing world population. Massive quantities of SCP can be produced in a single day. As a source of protein it is very promising with potential to satisfy the world shortage of food while population increases. One such source is an algae named Spirulina.
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A single cell protein is a protein obtained from certain microbes, which forms an alternate source of proteins in animal feeds. The microbes involved in the preparation of single cell proteins are algae, yeast, or bacteria. These microbes are grown on an industrial scale to obtain the desired protein. For example, Spirulina can be grown on waste materials obtained from molasses, sewage, and animal manures. It serves as a rich supplement of dietary nutrients such as proteins, carbohydrate, fats, minerals, and vitamins. Similarly, micro-organisms such as Methylophilus and methylotrophus have a large rate of biomass production. Their growth can produce a large amount of proteins.

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