Managemental Interventions 
        
          
            Azolla – A Alternate feed for  Livestock 
              
                - Azolla is a floating fern which  resembles algae
 
              - Multiplies very rapidly
 
              - Rich in proteins, essential amino acids,  vitamins (vitamin A, vitamin B12 and Beta- Carotene), growth promoter  intermediaries and minerals like calcium, phosphorous, potassium, ferrous,  copper, magnesium
 
              - Livestock easily digest it, owing to its  high protein and low lignin content
 
              - Azolla can be mixed with concentrates or  can be given directly to livestock
 
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Source : TANUVAS,  Chennai. 
Updated on Dec 2014  |