Dewaruci is a UNSW and UGM spin-off developing natural, biodegradable chitosan-based food preservatives to extend the shelf-life of fresh produce, reduce food waste, and increase income for smallholder farmers in Indonesia.
A startup venture emerging from academia, aiming to solve local food spoilage issues. It leverages UNSW’s research and Indonesian partnerships to deliver affordable, natural preservation solutions with an emphasis on sustainability and helping small producers.