Table 4 Effects of milking frequency & method on milk composition in Sahiwal cows
From: Evaluation of different milking practices for optimum production performance in Sahiwal cows
Parameters | Hand milking twice (A) | Hand milking thrice (B) | Machine milking twice (C) | Machine milking thrice (D) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Protein% | 3.35 ± 0.06 | 3.25 ± 0.06 | 3.35 ± 0.06 | 3.22 ± 0.08 |
Fat% | 3.68 ± 0.04a | 3.45 ± 0.03b | 3.70 ± 0.04a | 3.50 ± 0.04b |
Lactose% | 4.82 ± 0.06 | 4.87 ± 0.02 | 4.90 ± 0.04 | 4.92 ± 0.02 |
Total Solids% | 12.7 ± 0.04a | 12.4 ± 0.04b | 12.7 ± 0.04a | 12.4 ± 0.04b |