Progress in Microbial Degradation of Feather Waste

Feathers are a major by-product from poultry industry. They are mainly composed of keratins which have wide applications in different fields. Due to the increasing production of feathers from poultry industries, the untreated feathers could become pollutants because of their resistance to protease degradation. Feathers are rich in amino acids, which makes them a valuable resource for being converted into fertilizer and animal feeds. Numerous...