Utilization of Livestock Keratin Waste for Sustainable and Useful Purposes

Abstract

This research investigates the waste generated by livestock farming that may have had potential value. Traditionally, waste is abandoned or burned, which can cause major environmental and economic consequences. Keratin is a by-palkaline hydrolysisroduct of livestock, and different keratin wastes such as buffalo and goat hair, sheep wool, and duck and hen feathers were considered and studied under various conditions. This study explores the scope of extracted protein from waste through the alkaline hydrolysis method and establishment at the commercial level that may provide employment opportunities and contribute to the rural agro-based industry.