| abstract |
(57) [Summary] [Objective] To provide a method for fermentative production of fats and oils from carbohydrates in a high yield, and microorganisms therefor. [Structure] A microorganism belonging to the genus Trichosporon, which has the ability to produce oils and fats outside the cells by culturing in the presence of carbohydrates, is cultured in a medium containing carbohydrates to produce oils and fats outside the cells in the culture solution. A method for producing an oil and fat, comprising collecting and collecting the oil and fat produced and accumulated from the culture solution, and Trichosporon species SH45Y-L12 used therefor. |