Listen "Effect of feeding Shatavari to lactating dairy animals."
Episode Synopsis
This episode for dairy practisers deep dives on a study that examined the effect of feeding Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus) to lactating dairy animals.
The researchers found that supplementing with Shatavari powder increased milk production in both buffaloes and cows, leading to a significant economic benefit for the farmers. The article cites previous research suggesting that Shatavari has galactogogue properties, which are believed to enhance milk production.
The authors conclude that Shatavari is an effective and profitable addition to dairy animal diets.
The researchers found that supplementing with Shatavari powder increased milk production in both buffaloes and cows, leading to a significant economic benefit for the farmers. The article cites previous research suggesting that Shatavari has galactogogue properties, which are believed to enhance milk production.
The authors conclude that Shatavari is an effective and profitable addition to dairy animal diets.
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