The importance of feed rations in increasing the milk productivity of Holstein cattle

Abstract

This article highlights the importance of complete and balanced feeding in increasing milk productivity of Holstein cattle. The issues of determining the amount of feed according to the lactation period, live weight, and daily milk yield of cows, as well as optimizing the ratio of roughage, succulent, and concentrated feeds in the diet, are considered. Standard rations were developed for cows producing 20, 25, and 30 kg of milk per day, with particular attention paid to meeting their requirements for dry matter, crude protein, energy, and mineral substances. The inclusion of high-quality hay, corn silage, haylage, barley, corn grain, soybean meal, and mineral supplements in the diet is recommended as an important factor in ensuring the efficiency of milk production.