Analysis of chemical composition and milk production in dairy buffalo and goat in Malaysia

Sikiru, Y.A. and Che Roi D. A. S., . and Ibrahim N. S., . (2025) Analysis of chemical composition and milk production in dairy buffalo and goat in Malaysia. Malaysian Journal of Animal Science (Malaysia), 28 (1). pp. 84-95. ISSN 2550-2123

Dairy buffaloes and goats contribute significantly to Malaysia's dairy industry, providing an alternative to cow milk with distinct nutritional profiles. This study conducted a preliminary analysis of the chemical composition and milk production of dairy buffaloes and goats, focusing on their yield, macronutrient content, and overall suitability for dairy farming. The research was carried out on selected dairy farms in Malaysia, with milk samples collected from 10 dairy buffaloes and 10 dairy goats over a six-month period. The samples were analyzed for key nutritional components, such as fat, protein, lactose, total solids, and mineral content, using standard spectrophotometric and chromatographic techniques. The findings indicated that dairy buffaloes achieve greater daily milk yields compared to dairy goats, with buffaloes yielding around 15,000 L at their peak (around Day 56 postpartum), whereas goat milk peaked at 952 L at day 70. Additionally, buffalo milk exhibited elevated concentrations of fat (6.47% compared to 2.97%), protein (3.51% compared to 2.87%), and solid non-fat (SNF) (9.53% compared to 7.84%) in the early lactation stage, rendering it more suitable for dairy products like cheese and butter. Conversely, goat milk exhibited enhanced digestibility, featuring a reduced lactose content (5.31% compared to 4.27%), thereby rendering it more suitable for individuals with lactose intolerance. This study highlights the need for strategic improvements in genetic selection, feeding strategies, and dairy processing technologies to enhance buffalo and goat milk production. These findings provide crucial insights for optimising dairy farming in Malaysia

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Abstract

Dairy buffaloes and goats contribute significantly to Malaysia's dairy industry, providing an alternative to cow milk with distinct nutritional profiles. This study conducted a preliminary analysis of the chemical composition and milk production of dairy buffaloes and goats, focusing on their yield, macronutrient content, and overall suitability for dairy farming. The research was carried out on selected dairy farms in Malaysia, with milk samples collected from 10 dairy buffaloes and 10 dairy goats over a six-month period. The samples were analyzed for key nutritional components, such as fat, protein, lactose, total solids, and mineral content, using standard spectrophotometric and chromatographic techniques. The findings indicated that dairy buffaloes achieve greater daily milk yields compared to dairy goats, with buffaloes yielding around 15,000 L at their peak (around Day 56 postpartum), whereas goat milk peaked at 952 L at day 70. Additionally, buffalo milk exhibited elevated concentrations of fat (6.47% compared to 2.97%), protein (3.51% compared to 2.87%), and solid non-fat (SNF) (9.53% compared to 7.84%) in the early lactation stage, rendering it more suitable for dairy products like cheese and butter. Conversely, goat milk exhibited enhanced digestibility, featuring a reduced lactose content (5.31% compared to 4.27%), thereby rendering it more suitable for individuals with lactose intolerance. This study highlights the need for strategic improvements in genetic selection, feeding strategies, and dairy processing technologies to enhance buffalo and goat milk production. These findings provide crucial insights for optimising dairy farming in Malaysia

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Item Type:	Article
AGROVOC Term:	buffalo milk
AGROVOC Term:	goat milk
AGROVOC Term:	milk production
AGROVOC Term:	chemical analysis
AGROVOC Term:	dairy farming
AGROVOC Term:	dairy goats
AGROVOC Term:	lactation
AGROVOC Term:	milk yield
AGROVOC Term:	digestibility
AGROVOC Term:	lactose intolerance
Geographical Term:	Malaysia
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Dairy buffalo, goat milk, milk composition, milk production, chemical analysis
Depositing User:	Mr. MUHAMMAD FARHAN AFIF MOHD NAZRI
Date Deposited:	17 Aug 2026 03:45
Last Modified:	17 Aug 2026 03:45
URI:	http://webagris.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/26708

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