Field evaluation of novel peptide and amino acid-based cattle feed supplement for improved milk yield and quality in dairy cattle in Kolhapur region of Maharashtra state

Abstract

The increasing demand for milk production necessitates innovative nutritional strategies for enhancing the productivity of dairy cattle. This study investigates the effects of Novel Peptide and Amino Acid-Based Cattle Feed Supplement (NP-AACFS), a specialized feed supplement formulated to support lactating animals under stress conditions, on milk yield and quality in different talukas of Kolhapur district of Maharashtra state. A total of 74 lactating dairy cattle was randomly assigned to two groups: a control group receiving standard feed and a treatment group receiving NP-AACFS as an adjunct to their diet for 30 days. Key parameters, including milk yield, fat and SNF were measured every day. The results demonstrated a significant increase in milk yield in the NP-AACFS group (average increase of 15% compared to the control, p < 0.05). Moreover, milk quality improved, with higher concentrations of fat (3.8% vs. 3.2%) and SNF (3.4% vs. 3.1%). Feed efficiency also showed a notable enhancement, with a 20% reduction in feed-to-milk conversion ratio in the treatment group. This study highlights the efficacy of NP-AACFS in optimizing the nutritional status of lactating dairy cattle and buffaloes, thereby enhancing milk yield and quality. The findings suggest that incorporating NP-AACFS into dairy feeding programs can be a viable strategy to improve productivity while addressing the challenges posed by environmental stressors. Further research is warranted to explore the long-term effects of NP-AACFS on dairy production and animal health.