About the Book: Animal Byproducts and Wool Science: Processing, Utilization, and
Sustainable Applications
Animal Byproducts and Wool Science: Processing, Utilization, and Sustainable
Applications offers an in-depth exploration of the scientific, industrial, and
environmental dimensions of byproduct processing and wool technology. Designed
for students, researchers, veterinary professionals, livestock entrepreneurs,
and sustainability advocates, this book provides a comprehensive understanding
of how materials often regarded as waste—such as bones, hides, intestines,
feathers, and wool—can be transformed into valuable products through
eco-conscious practices.
The first section of the book focuses on the sustainable processing of animal
byproducts from slaughterhouses, detailing their potential applications in
pharmaceuticals, fertilizers, cosmetics, food ingredients, biofuels, and
bioplastics. It emphasizes