Scientists at the Institute of Agrochemical Research, The Netherlands have developed a new biosynthetic process from crops like potatoes and peas. The bacterial genes have been isolated and introduced to yeast, which could produce polyesters in plants. Medium molecular weight polyesters have been developed so far. These polyesters could find usage in synthetic binder or for soft fibers due to their elastomeric property. The process would have to be developed on an industrial scale to make polyester cost effective.