Vol. 9, Issue 5, Part I (2024)

This study investigates the impact of polyherbal supplementation on milk composition in dairy cows. Twenty lactating Holstein Friesian cows were randomly divided into two groups: T1 (control) and T2 (treatment with polyherbal mixture). The experiment spanned 90 days, during which production parameters (milk yield and composition) and reproductive parameters were recorded fortnightly.

Results indicated that the milk fat percentage was slightly higher in the T2 group (3.73±0.06%) compared to the T1 group (3.63±0.045%), with the highest value observed on the 45th day (4.00%). Although this difference was not statistically significant, it suggests a potential positive effect of polyherbal supplementation. Protein and lactose contents were consistently higher in the T2 group throughout the study, peaking at day 45 with values of 3.34% and 4.73%, respectively. Similarly, the Solids-Not-Fat (SNF) content reached a peak of 8.15% in T1 and 8.22% in T2 on the 45th day.