Reevaluating Rice Straw for Livestock Feeding: Opportunities and Challenges in Advancing Sustainable Livestock Development

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Md. Emran Hossain,

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Shilpi Islam,

  1. Professor, Department of Animal Science and Nutrition, Chattogram Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Khulshi, , Bangladesh
  2. Professor, Department of Animal Science and Nutrition, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Agricultural University, Salna, , Bangladesh

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Rice straw, the most prevalent by-product of rice cultivation in the tropics, presents both significant opportunities and challenges for sustainable livestock farming. This study aims to reevaluate the role of rice straw as a forage resource in livestock nutrition, emphasizing its potential to enhance feed security, reduce waste, and support environmentally sustainable agricultural practices. By examining the nutritional characteristics of rice straw, the impact on livestock health, and the role in integrated farming systems, this review provides a comprehensive analysis of the benefits and limitations associated with its use. The findings reveal that while rice straw can serve as a cost-effective feed option that contributes to the circular economy by recycling agricultural waste, issues such as low digestibility and nutrient content pose challenges that must be addressed. Additionally, the study explores innovative processing techniques and supplementation strategies that can enhance the nutritional value of rice straw, making it a more viable feed resource. By identifying practical applications and strategic interventions, this study contributes to a deeper understanding of how rice straw can be effectively integrated into livestock feeding systems, thereby, promoting sustainable livestock development and improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers.

Keywords: DDGS, TMR, rice straw, livestock, sustainable livestock feeding

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Md. Emran Hossain, Shilpi Islam. Reevaluating Rice Straw for Livestock Feeding: Opportunities and Challenges in Advancing Sustainable Livestock Development. Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany. 2025; ():-.
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