Saharan Baljeet Singh, Dhanda Deepika, Mandal Neelam Kumari, Kumar Ramesh, Sharma Deepansh, Sadh Pardeep Kumar, Jabborova Dilfuza, Duhan Joginder Singh
Department of Microbiology, Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar, 125004, India.
Department of Botany and Plant Physiology (Environmental Science), Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar, 125004, India.
Curr Res Microb Sci. 2024 Jul 23;7:100264. doi: 10.1016/j.crmicr.2024.100264. eCollection 2024.
Paddy straw is a versatile and valuable resource with multifaceted benefits for nutrient cycling, soil health, and climate mitigation. Its role as a rich nutrient source and organic matter significantly enhances soil vitality while improving soil structure and moisture retention. The impact of paddy straw extends beyond traditional agricultural benefits, encompassing the promotion of microbial activity, erosion control, and carbon sequestration, highlighting its crucial role in maintaining ecological balance. Furthermore, the potential of paddy straw in bioenergy is explored, encompassing its conversion into biogas, biofuels, and thermal energy. The inherent characteristics of paddy straw, including its high cellulose, hemicellulose, and lignin content, position it as a viable candidate for bioenergy production through innovative processes like pyrolysis, gasification, anaerobic digestion, and combustion. Recent research has uncovered state-of-the-art techniques and innovative technologies capable of converting paddy straw into valuable products, including sugar, ethanol, paper, and fiber, broadening its potential applications. This paper aims to underscore the possibilities for value creation through paddy straw, emphasizing its potential use in bioenergy, bio-products, and other environmental applications. Therefore, by recognizing and harnessing the value of paddy straw, we can advocate for sustainable farming practices, reduce waste, and pave the way for a resource-efficient circular economy. Incorporating paddy straw utilization into agricultural systems can pave the way for enhanced resource efficiency and a more sustainable circular economy.
稻草是一种用途广泛且有价值的资源，在养分循环、土壤健康和气候缓解方面具有多方面的益处。它作为丰富的养分来源和有机物质，能显著增强土壤活力，同时改善土壤结构和保水能力。稻草的影响不仅限于传统农业效益，还包括促进微生物活动、控制侵蚀和碳固存，凸显了其在维持生态平衡中的关键作用。此外，还探讨了稻草在生物能源方面的潜力，包括将其转化为沼气、生物燃料和热能。稻草的固有特性，包括其高纤维素、半纤维素和木质素含量，使其通过热解、气化、厌氧消化和燃烧等创新工艺成为生物能源生产的可行候选原料。最近的研究发现了能够将稻草转化为有价值产品的先进技术和创新技术，包括糖、乙醇、纸张和纤维，拓宽了其潜在应用范围。本文旨在强调通过稻草创造价值的可能性，强调其在生物能源、生物产品和其他环境应用中的潜在用途。因此，通过认识和利用稻草的价值，我们可以倡导可持续农业实践，减少浪费，并为资源高效的循环经济铺平道路。将稻草利用纳入农业系统可为提高资源效率和更可持续的循环经济铺平道路。
