Research Study Comments on Kenaf

"......kenaf could be used as an excellent sorbent of oil and also as a carrier of microorganisms for bioremediation of petroleum wastes."
- Mississippi Forest Products Laboratory (MFPL)
"...in solid bioremediation and biodegradation of petroleum hydrocarbon contaminated kenaf....biodegradation is enhanced. Indigenous microorganisms in the kenaf core serve as an effective bioremediation agent."
- The Mississippi Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station (MAFES)
"Procuring agencies serving the Federal government should implement purchase preference for kenaf absorbent where feasible."

