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it should always be restricted to part of the diet. It may be fed as it is, or chopped into short lengths, known as chaff.

Structural material

Bedding

Straw is commonly used as bedding for ruminants and horses. It may be used as bedding and food for small animals, but this often leads to injuries to mouth, nose and eyes as straw is quite sharp.

The straw-filled mattress, also known as a palliasse, is still used by people in many parts of the world.

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