Agricultural Uses of Straw (Beyond Drinking Straws)

• Straw Retention in Farming: Returning straw to fields reduces nitrogen runoff by 18.12%, improving soil health and reducing pollution.

• Insect Bioconversion: Rice straw can be treated and fed to black soldier fly larvae, converting agricultural waste into high-protein animal feed.

• Soil Phosphorus Availability: Straw combined with phosphorus fertilizer enhances soil enzymes, improving crop nutrient uptake.