Relationship between diet and milk production
Although specific nutritional requirements vary across species, animal nutrition has a direct impact on milk production in animals such as cows, goats, sheep, and camels.
- For cows, pastures, hay, or alfalfa increase the fat and protein content in milk. The relationship between pasture quality, milk production, and digestive health is direct.
- For goats, a diet based on legumes, grass, or hay boosts the fat and protein content of the milk, which is crucial for the quality and flavor of dairy products like cheese.
- For sheep, milk production improves with forage rich in energy and protein. Here, the quality of grass, hay, legumes, and other forage is critical to the final composition of the milk.
- For camels, studies have shown that milk production improves and increases with the inclusion of high-quality, nutrient-rich forage such as dry pastures and superior alfalfa.
It has been proven that forage-based animal nutrition ensures higher and better milk production while also promoting better digestive health in livestock. Conversely, low-quality forage is directly linked to reduced milk production.
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