Mastitis Prevention - A Nutritional Approach
Journal Title: International Journal of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine - Year 2015, Vol 5, Issue 2
Abstract
Mastitis is the disease that causes heavy loss to dairy farmers. Proper balanced ration can effectively reduce the occurrence of mastitis. Micronutrients are identified that can prevent mastitis. Balanced energy and protein content is one of the most important principle that had to be followed during dairy cattle feeding. Certain micronutrients that affect udder health include Vitamin E, A, C, Selenium, Copper, Zinc and Manganese. So this article reviews the functions and the mechanism through which these nutrients prevent the incidence of mastitis.
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