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Types of Dairy Farming
There are different types of dairy farming methods, each with its own set of advantages: Commercial Dairy Farming: Involves large-scale production of milk for commercial purposes. It demands a...
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Feeding allowances for dairy cattle
Type of cattle Stage of the cattle Green fodder (kg/day/animal) Dry fodder (kg/day/animal) Concentrates (kg/day/animal) Cow Average weight 250 kg) Milk yield 5 litres/day 15 5 2.0 Milk yield 5 to...
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Silage Making
Silage is the fermented product of green forages where the acids produced by anaerobic fermentation of the sugars present in these forages are responsible for preserving them. Advantages It is...
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Factors affecting nutritive value of hay
Shattering of leaves: Common in legumes. Leaves are richer in protein, minerals, vitamins etc, if over dried loss will be more Fermentation: Occurs in the soluble carbohydrates as a result of...
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Properties of Good Hay
The fodder cut at the Proper stage will have the maximum nutrients and, therefore, will make better hay. Delay in harvesting fodder for haymaking will make the stems woody and lignified with the...
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Hay Making (How to make Hay)
What is Hay? The object in haymaking is to reduce moisture in green fodders to a sufficient degree so that they can be stored without fear of fermentation losses or spoilage due to mold growth. In...
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Tips To Remember When Buying Hay
Tips To Remember When Buying Hay Quality hay will always be fine-stemmed. It will be greeny and soft, providing a delicate bite. Do not bother about the discoloration on the outside and focus more...
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Poultry Feed Formulation (Homemade feeds)
Layers and broilers required different amounts of protein at different levels of growth. A balanced ration should be able to be provide energy, proteins, Amino acids , vitamins and minerals. ...
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Step by Step Process of Nutritious Silage Making for Small Scale Cattle Farmers in Kenya
Silage is the term used for the product formed when any green plant material is put in a place where it can ferment in the absence of air. When green fodders are in plenty they are conserved as...
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The Difference Between Hay And Silage
Like most other things in life, when it comes to food, most people prefer to opt for natural ones. The food you feed your animals directly impacts their health and the quality of products you...
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