Complete Feeding Guide for Murrah Buffalo: Green & Dry Fodder

Complete Feeding Guide for Murrah Buffalo

Feeding constitutes 60-70% of the total cost of dairy farming. A balanced diet is critical not just for milk production, but for the overall health and reproductive capability of your Murrah buffalo.

The Balanced Diet Components

A buffalo's daily diet must be a mix of three things:

1. Green Fodder (60-70%): Maize, Berseem, Sorghum (Jowar), or Napier grass. This provides essential vitamins and bulk.
2. Dry Fodder (30-40%): Wheat straw (Bhusa) or Paddy straw. This provides fiber for digestion.
3. Concentrates (Dana): A mix of grains, oil cakes (Khal), and bran. This provides energy and protein for milk production.

Daily Requirement Calculation

For a milking buffalo:

• Maintenance: 1.5 to 2 kg of concentrate mix just to keep her body healthy.
• Production: Add 1 kg of concentrate for every 2-2.5 liters of milk produced.
• Example: If your buffalo gives 10 liters of milk, she needs approx 2 kg (maintenance) + 4 kg (for milk) = 6 kg of concentrate daily.

Mineral Mixture Importance

Never skip the mineral mixture. Adding 50-70 grams of high-quality mineral mixture to the daily feed prevents infertility and bone issues.

Water

Always ensure fresh clean water is available 24/7.