Abstract
The nutrient content of sago pith and subsequently sago hampas is very low, the bulk being crude fibres and some starch attached to the hampas. The protein content is about 0.6–0.7%, which is unfavourable for most animals. The fibre content of sago hampas is about 12%. Fungal treatment of sago hampas seems possible. Fungi can grow rapidly and are able to utilise complex carbohydrates such as starch and lignocellulose. An important area of research into the utilization of sago hampas would be to find suitable, palatable, non-toxic, high protein-containing and rapidly-growing fungi to grow on and utilize the sago hampas. The hampas could be supplemented prior to inoculation with different and economically viable sources of nitrogen available around the factory area. Microbial utilization could result in the production of biomass as quality animal feed supplements.
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