What are the effects of cashew husks?
1) Extract as a tanning agent
Cashew husks contain a lot of tannin, a natural polyphenol compound. Tannin has the ability to bind to collagen protein in the skin, making it less absorbent, resistant to bacteria and mold, and helping to soften the skin.
2) Used as fertilizer
Cashew husks are an extremely good source of natural nutrients for plants. When spread on the ground, silk bark creates humus containing many nutrients necessary for plant growth.
3) Used as animal feed
Cashew husks have rich essential oils and nutrients, and are a favorite dish of many livestock species such as horses, goats, and cows. With a not too expensive price, cashew husks become a good choice for livestock farmers.
4) Extract as natural dye
Cashew husks are an excellent source of natural colorants for many industries, including dyes and aluminum paints. Colorants from cashew husks have strong coloring ability, low price and are easy to find.
5) Used as fuel for burning
Cashew husks contain large amounts of essential oils, making them a powerful burning material. The flammability of cashew husks is no less competitive than gasoline, and its low price makes it an attractive choice in the competition for fuel.
6) Application in dentistry
Cashew husks are also used in dentistry to assist in removing tartar. The antibacterial agent in cashew husks has the ability to effectively break down dental plaque and reduce pain for patients during treatment.
Why are cashew husks processed as animal feed?
- Nutrition: Cashew husks contain a large amount of nutrition, including protein, fiber, minerals such as calcium and magnesium, as well as vitamins such as vitamin K and B-complex vitamins. These are important components in the diet of livestock animals to maintain health and growth.
- Cheap food: Cashew husks often have a lower economic value than other food sources such as cereals. This makes it an attractive option for livestock and poultry farmers, especially as prices of major feed sources rise.
- Easy processing: Cashew husks can be easily processed to form powder or cake, which can be conveniently mixed into animal feed.
- Reduce industrial waste: Using cashew husks in animal feed can also help reduce industrial waste, because it is a way to utilize by-products from the cashew industry, helping to avoid waste.
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