This section presents a list of various processing methods and uses for rice straw.

   There are many methods and systems to be explored in its commercial development, however, many of the methods for utilizing other cereal straws are not applicable due to compositional and/or logistical differences in production.

    The amount of investment capital necessary for processing plants, the variability in market conditions for the product, and the long term commitment involved in the commissioning of any industry are all factors affecting the progress of rice straw utilization.