Department of Animal Science, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
Research Article
Effects of Gamma Ray Irradiation and Electron Beam, Microwaving, and Roasting on the Chemical Composition, Ruminal Degradability, and In vitro Digestibility of Cottonseed
Author(s): Roohollah Ebrahimi Mahmoodabad*
This study examines the effects of gamma and electron beam irradiation, microwaving, and roasting on cottonseed's chemical composition, ruminal degradability, and in vitro digestibility to enhance its use as animal feed. All treatments significantly increased crude protein levels and digestibility. Electron beam irradiation, microwaving, and roasting notably reduced ruminal degradability and improved nutritional value. Electron beam irradiation was the most effective, followed by microwaving and roasting. These findings suggest that such processing methods enhance the quality and nutritional value of cottonseed... View More»
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