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• Published Subscription Review Article 26 Aug 2025

  Upgrading Nutritive Value of Rice Straw: Processing, Supplementation, and Agronomic Innovations for Improved Utilization

  By Md. Emran Hossain, Minara Begum Munni, Shilpi Islam

  Abstract: Rice straw, a major byproduct of rice production, holds significant potential as a livestock feed but is constrained by its high lignocellulosic content, low crude protein, and poor digestibility. Enhancing its nutritive value is imperative for sustainable livestock production. This study explores a range of innovative strategies aimed at improving rice straw’s digestibility and overall nutritional quality. Physical processing techniques, including chopping, grinding, soaking, and steam treatment, enhance its surface …

  Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 42–58 Read article →