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The Adoption of Crop Residue as Cattle Feed: A Preliminary Study in Kedah, Malaysia

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  • Muhammad Aidil Ikhwan Kamarudin

    (Faculty of Plantation and Agrotechnology, Universiti Technology MARA Melaka Brach, Jasin Campus 77300 Merlimau Melaka.)

  • Farah Adila Abdullah

    (Faculty of Plantation and Agrotechnology, Universiti Technology MARA Melaka Brach, Jasin Campus 77300 Merlimau Melaka.)

  • Fazleen Abdul Fatah

    (Faculty of Plantation and Agrotechnology, Universiti Technology MARA Melaka Brach, Jasin Campus 77300 Merlimau Melaka.)

  • Nur Aziera Binti Ruslan

    (Faculty of Plantation and Agrotechnology, Universiti Technology MARA Melaka Brach, Jasin Campus 77300 Merlimau Melaka.)

  • Nur Badriyah Kamarul Zaman

    (Faculty of Plantation and Agrotechnology, Universiti Technology MARA Melaka Brach, Jasin Campus 77300 Merlimau Melaka.)

  • Tengku Halimatun Sa’adiah T. Abu Bakar

    (Faculty of Agro-Based Industry, Universiti Malaysia Kelantan Jeli Campus 17600 Jeli, Kelantan.)

Abstract

Between 2019 and 2023, Malaysia’s livestock sector experienced a decline in production, particularly in beef cattle. This downturn is closely linked to challenges in cattle feed availability. The primary feed resource, Napier grass, has faced reduced production due to the impacts of climate change. Additionally, previous studies highlight a decreasing number of beef cattle farmers in the northern region, driven by limited feed resources and the rising cost of bran. This preliminary study aimed to evaluate the willingness of 50 beef cattle farmers in Kedah to adopt crop residues as an alternative feed source. Results revealed a mean score above 3.0, indicating that farmers are generally open to incorporating crop residues into their feeding practices. However, while there is significant interest, many farmers face financial constraints that hinder adoption. The high cost of processing technology for crop residues remains a critical barrier, limiting its feasibility for cattle farmers in Kedah.

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  • Muhammad Aidil Ikhwan Kamarudin & Farah Adila Abdullah & Fazleen Abdul Fatah & Nur Aziera Binti Ruslan & Nur Badriyah Kamarul Zaman & Tengku Halimatun Sa’adiah T. Abu Bakar, 2025. "The Adoption of Crop Residue as Cattle Feed: A Preliminary Study in Kedah, Malaysia," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), vol. 9(1), pages 2499-2508, January.
    • Handle: RePEc:bcp:journl:v:9:y:2025:i:1:p:2499-2508
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