Feeding of Azolla as a Green Fodder Feed Supplement on Productive Performance and Milk Composition of Crossbred Dairy Cows in Theni District of Tamil Nadu, India
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2020-06
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Abstract
Crossbred dairy cattle milk production and milk fat depends mainly on
feeding management with adequate availability of nutrients in their feed
materials. It comprises the major protein supply for milk production. The
demand of milk is increasing for nutrition of population in country.
Presently, Azolla green fodder feeding is being considered essential for
lactating dairy animals. Azolla is nothing but floating fern in shallow water,
which is very rich in protein, essential amino acids, and vitamins. Azolla
can be easily digested by the dairy animal because of its high protein and
low lignin content, green Azolla can be used as feed supplement for the
milch animals (500-1000gm per day) which could increase the milk
production by 7-13%. The front line demonstration of Azolla cultivation
in the programm area could bring changes in feeding management of dairy
cattle.
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TNV_IJCMAS_2020_9(6)1382-1392
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Veterinary Science