Bhartiya Krishi Anusandhan Patrika

Mineral feeding is very important for dairy animals. The deficiency or overfeeding of minerals are cause of many problems in body. Minerals are important for growth of calves and clean and more milk production by lactating animals. Animals are provided minerals through food, mineral mixture and mineral blocks. Ca is responsible for development of bones and its function. Iron containing enzymes are worked as immune system in body. In male animals reproductive performance are affected by Cu deficiency. Selenium is responsible for development of immune system and antioxidant status. Zinc directly affects semen volume and its other important parameters. Manganese is a important part of enzymes responsible for digestion of carbohydrate, fat and protein. Iodine is responsible for activity of thyroid gland. The ratio of vitamin and minerals should be maintained. The animals should provided adequate amount of minerals in all stages of life.