Effects of Fungal (Lentinus sajor-caju) Treated Oil Palm Frond on Performance and Carcass Characteristics in Finishing Goats
This research investigated using fungal-treated oil palm fronds as animal feed for goats. Oil palm fronds are an abundant agricultural waste product that could be repurposed as livestock feed if their nutritional value can be improved. While the fungal treatment showed some promise in breaking down tough plant fibers, it did not significantly improve goat growth or meat quality in this study. Impacts on everyday life: – Provides a potential way to reduce agricultural waste by converting it to animal feed – Could help lower costs for livestock farmers by utilizing waste materials – Demonstrates sustainable farming practices by recycling agricultural byproducts – May help reduce environmental impact of palm oil production – Could contribute to more efficient livestock production systems