Table 4
Effects of milking frequency & method on milk composition in Sahiwal cows

ParametersHand milking twice (A)Hand milking thrice (B)Machine milking twice (C)Machine milking thrice (D)
Protein%3.35 ± 0.063.25 ± 0.063.35 ± 0.063.22 ± 0.08
Fat%3.68 ± 0.04a3.45 ± 0.03b3.70 ± 0.04a3.50 ± 0.04b
Lactose%4.82 ± 0.064.87 ± 0.024.90 ± 0.044.92 ± 0.02
Total Solids%12.7 ± 0.04a12.4 ± 0.04b12.7 ± 0.04a12.4 ± 0.04b