A dairy cow may be steamed up by providing good quality hay, dairy meal concentrate 12kg per cow per day and intromin mineral block supplement free choice. National dairy development board handbook of good dairy. Numbers of dairy cooperative societies and membership 2000 to 2006 3 2. Acidosis, cows going offfeed and fluctuating dry matter intake. Dairy cattle feeding and nutrition management snv netherlands. The basis of ruminant nutrition, digestion and feeding cows need water for normal body functions to produce milk to produce urine to evaporate note. Things to look for before purchasing a dairy cow in kenya. Nduva used to get 38 litres of milk a day from each of his cows before he began feeding them with the new grass. If possible, make a grazing place or pasture for your cows.
Apr 11, 2018 the key to unlock the potential of kenya s dairy sector lies with the improvement of feed and forage. One of the key expense in a dairy farm is feeding the dairy cows. Main types of cow breeds selected for farming in kenya. Feeding dairy cows and youngstock is one of the highest costs of milk production. Dairy nutrition university of minnesota extension dairy team is passionate about contented, productive cows and happy farmers. This now has changed from ample land farming and storage to high compression of silage baling. Dairy cows need high energy and protein with variations depending on age, level and stage of milk production. Livestock kenya strategies of feeding concentrates to dairy. This is accepted because to get cows that milk well and remain healthy, they have to be fed properly. Dairying is one of the most important livestock investments owing to its inherent value and potential incomes, nutrition.
As you have seen from the beginning, dairy farming in kenya is a venture that contributes to the meaningful growth of local economies. Started with three cows on limited space but now is thriving in dairy business wakiio part 2 duration. Nfe nitrogen free extract npn nonprotein nitrogen nrc national research council om organic matter tdn total digestible nutrients. Livestock production systems spotlight cattle and poultry sectors in kenya 1. The best tropical dairy cows written by sylvia reda. The objective of feeding dairy cows should be to attain a high level of milk production. Feeding dairy cows well for high milk yields the organic farmer. Currently, the level of milk production is about 5 billion litres against an estimated consumption of 7. Population of milk animals and percentage contributions to annual milk production 2007. Pdf optimal stage of maturity for feeding napier grass. In kenya the main dairy breeds that have been selected include ayshire, friesian, jersey, guernsey and their crossbreeds.
Making your dairy cows comfortable for more milk production. A manual for smallholder dairy farmers and extension workers in east. Keep the feed bunks full, and allow for 5% refused feed each day to accomplish this. The basis of ruminant nutrition, digestion and feeding 21 water is the nutrient required in the largest amount by dairy cattle 4. What should you know about feeding dairy cattle and buffalo.
This lactation record equals an impressive and unbelievable lactation average of over 62 liters of milk per day. There should be 2 to 5 percent of feed remaining when cows are fed. The animals should have adequate water at all times so the animal can take as much as it needs. Feeding the dairy cow key fact concentrate supplementation is not economic for animals with low genetic merit for milk production in the main grazing season. It is predominant in north and south rift valley, eastern and coast regions. How to feed a dairy cow for more milk daily nation. The importance of dairy farming in kenya kenya has over one million small scale dairy farmers keeping over 70% of the 3. Dec 11, 2017 a dairy cow may be steamed up by providing good quality hay, dairy meal concentrate 12kg per cow per day and intromin mineral block supplement free choice. Feeding dairy cows in kenya with hydroponic sorghum fodder. When buying a dairy cow in kenya you need to be careful not to buy a good looking cow but low milk producing cow. Farmers keep large herds from a minimum of 10 uncontrolled grazing to over 50 animals.
Nutrition and feeding management in dairy cattle hanoi 2009 second edition practical manual for small scale dairy farmers in vietnam composed and published by distributed by. Pasture renewal investing in pasture renewal will improve the production and performance of your land and livestock. People are raising dairy cows for milk production from the ancient time. Dairy cows require a balanced diet for milk production, body maintenance and good health. Understanding the role of bull semen in cattle improvement as a pathway to profitable dairy business. Good calf rearing is an important undertaking because the productivity of cattle is mainly influenced by the care it receives when young. Dairy cattle nutrition and feeding penn state extension. Check the total dry matter intake of the animal as well as. Pros and cons of artificial insemination as a method of breeding dairy cows in kenya. Feeding routines and feed quality on smallscale dairy farms.
The fagundes dairy in california is a family farm that uses alltechs technology to help them be the best they can be. Dairy cow behavior and impact on dairy cattle nutrition management 2. Feeding dairy cows from birth to lactation leonard langat feeds his dairy cows at his farm in elburgon. Feeding routines and feed quality on smallscale dairy. Information and tools to assist in managing dairy cattle nutrition and feeding, including resources on forage, silage, pasture, and water needs. As s result, we have low milk production and sickly cows. As milk production peaks in the 1114th week after calving, feed intake should. East africa dairy development says that kenyan dairy farm yields are substantially lower than the international standards. Busia lies at the kenyauganda border and availability of maize, sorghum and millet is very. According to statistics 60% of success of dairy farming in kenya depends on the type of feeds and feeding. Kenyas dairy cattle population make up at least 70% of the total in eastern and southern africa, a major factor contributing to the per capita milk availability of about 106 kg in kenya table 1 compared to only 2040 kg milk per capita in most neighbouring countries.
Make sure the site is weed free at the time of planting. This section covers a wide range of information about feed management on dairy farms, including seasonal management, production systems, supplements, crops and pasture types. How poor nutrition in livestock is hurting production in kenya today. All you need to know about feeding your cow for maximum. However, it is not uncommon for there to be as much as 2ppl difference in feed costs between two similar yielding systems, a figure that will make a significant.
Early lactation cows fed too high forage and low energy of rations may be more prone to ketosis and have rapid body weight loss. Introduction over the last decades an enormous amount of research has been done into the ways in which livestock use feed to maintain life, to. Most cows produce well bellow their potential because their nutrient intake is insufficient in both quantity and kind. This lesson particularly highlights the necessary information which you will require to feed your dairy cow so that all the aspects of health, as. Here we introduce for the first time, hydroponic sorghum fodder to these beautiful cows in busia, kenya. Kenya is the largest milk producing country in south saharan africa, with a herd size larger than the rest of east and southern africa. Dairy cow farming means raising highly milk productive cows commercially for milk production purpose. Many smallholder dairy farmers in kenya are embracing the zero grazing model of dairy production because of the many benefits accruing from it. Its absolutely a part of agriculture or animal husbandry, enterprise for long term milk production from cows. The solution is to feed mize milk production and minimize feed costs and health problems.
Cows eat best in the grazing positions and the bunk surface should be smooth. Nov 11, 2010 east africa dairy development says that kenyan dairy farm yields are substantially lower than the international standards. Rumination and the fermentation which takes place in the rumen allows dairy cowsruminants to turn low. Along with adequate nutritious foods, ensure availability of adequate amount of clean and fresh water.
They fed a combination of 3 pounds of molasses and 1 pound of a cornbarley mix, with kelp and minerals offered free choice in. The dairy industry accounts for 4% of the countrys gdp. Dairy cows for sale kenya and beyond has 10,744 members. Cows should have all the feed they want, when they want to eat it. This study investigated feeding routines and feed quality in 31 smallholder. Unless otherwise noted, you are free to copy, duplicate. Formulating dairy cow rations university of minnesota. Dairy cattle production in kenya is the second largest contributor to the agricultural gdp kosgey. How to choose a good dairy cow in kenya graduate farmer. Highquality alfalfa comes closer to meeting all the above considerations in successful feeding of dairy cows than any other one feed.
In 2007, it was estimated that 99,000 smallholder dairy farmers in the western province were keeping about 192,300 improved dairy cattle muriuki, 2011. In 2008 and 2009, a central new york organic dairy farm was used for a case study on feeding molasses. Rumination and the fermentation which takes place in the rumen allows dairy cows ruminants to turn low. Practical considerations in feeding dairy cows written by maurice rangoma. Nduva are adapting to climate change by growing brachiaria grass. Not in the usa or cold europe, but in a tropical country just like kenya.
Friesian and ayrshire dairy cows, incalf heifers and calves for sale. Aug 15, 2017 started with three cows on limited space but now is thriving in dairy business wakiio part 2 duration. Small scale dairy farmers own 80% of dairy cows in kenya 1. In subsaharan africa, more and more farmers like mr. If feed is available at all times cows can get by with 18 inches of bunk space. Aug 07, 2015 all you need to know about feeding your cow for maximum productivity friday august 7 2015 sarah mwangi feeds her dairy cows on march, 2014 on her farm in ngong, nairobi. No dairy cow, no matter how good the breed, can remain productive without proper management, especially feeding. To reduce stress from competition move several cows at once, and in the evening when activity levels are the lowest. So feeding a cow, actually means feeding the bacteria. The economic impact of animal health issues is well known.
Dairy cattle feeding and nutrition management training manual 1. Nddb recognises that dairy farmers need to be equipped to take care of their animals through better management, nutrition, feed, fodder and preventive healthcare. Pdf feeding dairy cattle in east africa title researchgate. One should know how much parts of each feed roughage or concentrate to offer when giving different feed resources to supply different nutrients. Lactation yields of these animals are low compared to large scale farmers. Essential in milk production after calving, a dairy cow should be fed 3kg of concentrates dairy meal per day depending on individual production. Tips to a profitable modern zero grazing dairy enterprise. Closeup and recently fresh cows should have 30 inches of bunk. Young stocks form the foundation of replacement stock, can be used to expand dairy stock andor can be sold to generate income for the farmer. Feeding routines and feed quality on smallscale dairy farms in. The farm used was a seasonally calving, crossbred herd milking 56 cows the first year and 66 cows the second year. How to feed a dairy cow for high milk production bizna kenya.
A good grade cow can produce very little milk if it is not kept well. Manual on improved feeding of dairy cattle by smallholder farmers 5 contents 1. Feeding dairy cows well for high milk yields the organic. Problems such as shortage of grazing land, low productivity of dairy cows, low quality fodder, prevalence of diseases and lack of money are dealt with in this system of dairy production. This is the fifth lesson of our dairy farming course and it is about feeding. Platform for dairy farmers to buy and sell their cows. Dairy cows kenya githunguri central kenya, nairobi, kenya, 00200 rated 4. This 6row layout has perimeter feeding, which is a common layout for robotic milking barns. The wcp adds to the increasing number of smallholder farmers who keep improved dairy cows as a source of income and financial security. Hear how alltechs solutions are helping a wisconsin dairy get more milk and better herd health.
Dairy cows require more water than any other animals. Weigh the amount of feed to include in the total ration feed intake for lactating cows is averagely 3 percent of their body weights on dry matter basis. This cow produced 22,798 liters of milk in 365 days. Effects of feeding practices on milk yield and composition in. In this lesson you will learn about different types of dairy cows, feeding dairy cows in kenya and how to maintain them. Fresian breed the friesian cows have a large body that weighs between 500550kgs with black and white coat design. Sources of different nutrients and 10 their functions 4. Friesian and ayrshire dairy cows, in calf heifers and calves for sale. Some are underfeeding their animals by missing to buy essential nutrients. Strategies of feeding concentrates to dairy cows written by maurice rangoma. Effects of feeding practices on milk yield and composition. Tips on monitoring heifer growth and weaning strategies for heifers and calves.
Livestock kenya practical considerations in feeding dairy cows. Commercial dairy cow farming business is not a new idea. All you need to know about feeding your cow for maximum productivity friday august 7 2015 sarah mwangi feeds her dairy cows on march, 2014 on her farm in ngong, nairobi. The professional dairy managers of pennsylvania pdmp and penn state partner in a corn silage hybrid testing program. However, it is not uncommon for there to be as much as 2ppl difference in feed costs between two similar yielding systems, a figure that will make a. If animals are not milking as well as expected, or milk protein is low or cows are losing excessive condition, energy is the. This handbook by national dairy development board nddb reiterates its commitment to the dairy farmers of india. This method indicates that napier grass should be fed to dairy cows at 5560 cm 78 wk and 140 cm 910 wk in the medium and high rainfall areas in kenya, respectively. Mountain view dairy gets help from alltechs on farm team. Roughages alone cannot provide all the required nutrients, especially in early lactation. Dairy cattle feeding and nutrition management training manual.
Feeding dairy cows from birth to lactation daily nation. Concentrates are therefore included to supplement roughages. The farmer therefore needs to know what works for the cow, whether the cows are underfeeding or overfeeding, and this poses major challenges to most farmers. We provide direct education throughout the state of minnesota with resources to make smart feed and supplement choices for your herd. The kenya dairy development program kddp is a usaidfunded. The best dairy cow in europe or south africa may produce less milk in most parts of kenya because the environment may not support full expression of production. Dairy cows for sale kenya and beyond public group facebook.
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