Unlocking High-Value Biomaterials

Next-generation organic material processing from mushroom waste.

Innovative Technology

Eco-Friendly Processing

Our proprietary technology transforms Agaricus bisporus (Champignon) mushroom waste into high-value chitin and chitosan products through an environmentally sustainable process.

Key Benefits:
  • Reduced environmental impact
  • Lower energy consumption
  • Scalable industrial implementation
  • Circular economy contribution

Research Excellence

Our team of PhD researchers brings extensive expertise in biomaterial processing and sustainable technologies.

Scientific Innovation

Developing novel extraction methods for obtaining high-quality chitin and chitosan derivatives.

Academic Collaboration

Close partnership with Riga Technical University enhancing our R&D capabilities.

Ongoing Development

Continuous improvement of processes and applications through rigorous research.

Applications

Our chitin and chitosan products serve diverse industries with sustainable solutions.

Pharmaceutical

Drug delivery systems and bioactive compounds for medical applications.

Cosmetics

Natural ingredients for skincare products and anti-aging formulations.

Agriculture

Plant growth promoters, seed coatings, and sustainable crop protection.

Food Packaging

Biodegradable films and coatings to reduce plastic waste.

About JIKO Ent

Our Mission

JIKO Ent is a Latvian startup specializing in the development and implementation of innovative technologies for biomaterial processing.

Our Vision

To become a global leader in sustainable biopolymer production, driving innovation through high-quality eco-friendly materials.

Supported By / Grant Partners

Institutional Support Strengthening Our Innovation

JIKO Ent is backed by major European and national funding programs that support our research and industrial deployment.

Silver-ChiCo Co-financing

Innovative extraction and in-silico optimization...

Project: Silver-ChiCo

Agreement No: 1.1.1.3/1/24/A/173
RTU Project ID: 5051
Status: In Progress
Funding: 596 625.00 EUR
Timeline: 01.09.2025 - 31.08.2028
Scientific Leader: Andrejs Šiškins
Project Summary

Development of sustainable, high-value biomaterials...

Key Activities
  • Sustainable chitosan extraction...
  • AI-driven in-silico screening...
  • Eco-friendly synthesis...
  • Advanced electrospinning...
  • Antimicrobial testing...

Partner: SIA JIKO Ent

ERDF
LIAA
Horizon

R&D partners

RTU
LU
AREI

Connect With Us

Company: SIA JIKO Ent, reg. Nr. 50203328921

Riga, Latvia