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IBF Presentation - Buffalo Milk Quality  

 

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"Buffalo are the second largest source of milk supply. Of the 38.5 million tons of world milk production, India produces 23.6 million and Pakistan 10.5 million tons (FAO 1991, Table 6.1). While the world cattle population over the last 18 years has risen by less than one per cent per year, the buffalo population has gone up by two per cent per year, with higher rises in India (3.5 per cent), Pakistan (5.4 per cent), China (3.7 per cent), Vietnam (4.8 per cent) and Nepal (2.0 per cent). The higher population growth rate of buffalo can be attributed to better conversion efficiency compared to the local cattle. Ninety-five per cent of India's milk is produced from bovine diets based on crop residues like wheat straw, paddy straw, maize and millet stovers, supplemented with concentrates made out of agricultural by-products such as, oil cakes, rice polish and molasses. In India buffalo account for 33 per cent of the milk animal population and 45 per cent of milk."(1)

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Dairy buffalo production from Delaval -

 

Water buffalo have been responsible for more than ten percent of world milk production for several years, but the potential of these animals has seldom been appreciated or recognized. One of the main reasons for this is that those who have a stake in rearing buffalo are generally poor and underprivileged, and not able to project the impact this beast has on their livelihood and well-being.

 

The word "buffalo" evokes a mixed response in North America, a large section of Europe, and in many other parts of the world where buffalo have never been considered a domesticated species. This animal has been identified as a zoo animal or a wild beast. However it is among the most gentle of the domesticated dairy species, which is obvious in lndia and the sub-continent where it is common to see small children handling large herds of buffalo.

 

Over time buffalo rearing has shifted from the backyard to commercial farms and large business enterprises. The immense popularity of buffalo milk and meat products has ensured that buffalo production has followed in the path of the dairy cattle industry. However for this species to perform optimally under the pressure of intensive production systems, buffalo breeds have to be improved, with clear focus on the desired output. This has not yet happened. Buffalo, although potentially excellent for both milk and meat production, still languish in obscure conditions of poor nutrition, breeding, management and welfare.

 

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Buffalo Milk Yields for Cheese:

Yield: With fresh buffalo milk with a FAT 8.3% and 4.3% of proteins, you get an average of 24.6%. I.e. from the processing of 1 quintal of buffalo milk gets over 24 Kg of mozzarella, against 13 Kg obtained an average of 1 quintal of milk. Buffalo milk yield is, in this case, in excess of approximately 1.8 times that of cows ' milk. To get a pound of mozzarella di bufala serve approximately 4 and a half litres of milk.

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Amazing Water Buffalo Milk - best on Natural Pasture! 

The buffalo is a multipurpose animal. Not only is it a better source of milk than the cow, it also provides meat and works as a natural source of energy.

 

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Water Buffalo Milk Production  - Romania

 

Water Buffalo Milk Production - Iran

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Udder Ville: 

 

 

Buffalo Milk Substitute:  Needing to Bottle feed? We do carry milk replacer made for - Water Buffalo -  it is expensive - $125. per 50.lbs. plus shipping 

Interesting Papers:

Water Buffalo Milk Guide

Ethnology - Study of WB Behavior Aiming at Milk Yield 

Water Buffalo - Fortaleza Ranch Milking

Casatica is a rich water-buffalo cheese

Making Water Buffalo Mozzarella

Water Buffalo Milk Yield - India.htm

 

 

Low in Cholesterol !  

MILK COMPOSITION ANALYSIS

 

Constituents

             

Amazing Water Buffalo Milk best on Natural Pasture

 

 

Low in Cholesterol !  

MILK COMPOSITION ANALYSIS

 

Constituents

Cow

Goat

Sheep

Buffalo

Protein

grm

3.2

3.1

5.4

4.5

Fat

grm

3.9

3.5

6.0

8.0

Carbohydrate

grm

4.8

4.4

5.1

4.9

Energy

K cal

K J

66

275

60

253

95

396

110

463

Sugars (Lactose)

grm

4.8

4.4

5.1

4.9

Fatty Acids-

Saturated

Monounsaturated

Polyunsaturated

 

grm

grm

grm

 

2.4

1.1

0.1

 

2.3

0.8

0.1

 

3.8

1.5

0.3

 

4.2

1.7

0.2

Cholesterol

mg

14

10

11

8

Calcium

iu

120

100

170

195

 

As you can see from the chart, buffalo milk has 58% more calcium, 40% more protein, and 43% less cholesterol than cow's milk.

Buffalo milk is a totally natural product that can be consumed like any other milk. Time after time participants in tasting trials pick out buffalo milk in preference to cows, goats and artificially manufactured milks. They just love the taste.

Buffalo milk is a totally natural product that can be consumed like any other milk. Time after time participants in tasting trials pick out buffalo milk in preference to cows, goats and artificially manufactured milks. They just love the taste.

 Buffalo milk is very white and beautifully smooth. It is significantly lower in cholesterol and higher in calcium than cows, sheep or goats milks. And unlike the array of industrially produced soya and other cereal milks it is totally free of additives and chemical formulations.

In addition to the significant cholesterol and calcium benefits Buffalo Milk is also a rich source of iron, phosphorus, vitamin A and of course protein.

Buffalo Milk also  contains high levels of the natural antioxidant tocopherol. Peroxidate activity is normally 2-4 times that of cows milk.  

An unfortunate sign of the times is the growing number of people who suffer from cows milk allergy (cma). Fortunately this is not the case with Buffalo Milk which is suitable for many suffers from cma*.  

The high milk solids of Buffalo Milk not only make it ideal for processing into superb dairy products but also contribute to significant energy savings in conducting that process. Yogurts are natural thick set without recourse to adding addition milk proteins or gelling agents as with lesser milks.          

Unlike the modern dairy cow the buffalo can thrive without the need to use high levels of concentrated feed. Grass, clover and straw make up the bulk of a buffaloes diet. No bone meals, fish meals or genetically modified feeds are ever fed to our buffalo.  

And for those concerned about BSE; buffalo are a genetically pure species with no BSE or scrapie.  

Dairies  love to work with Buffalo Milk, which we all know makes the best mozzarella. The smooth texture and richness converts into a truly wonderful range of multiple award winning products. And for vegetarians who are denied the opportunity to enjoy Italian buffalo mozzarella (which uses animal rennet)

Throughout Asia and south east Europe - South America to Canada - from lush tropics to the harsh conditions of Nepal, the placid, eco-conscious buffalo provides milk, meat  and draught power to many million families.

Unaltered by genetic manipulation the Buffalo, unlike the modern cow, can still thrive without the excessive need for antibiotics and high protein feeds

Products from England:

PRODUCTS AND PRODUCT AVAILABILITY

PRODUCT
BRIEF
DESCRIPTION
CONTACT
NAME & COMPANY
PHONE
E-MAIL
Raw milk
Bulk milk for processing
Water Buffalo
Cooperative

01608 685461
BuffaloUK@aol.com
Long Life milk

(more information)

UHT buffalo milk in 250 ml Tetraprisma cartons complete with drinking straw
Water Buffalo
Cooperative

01608 685461
BuffaloUK@aol.com
Yogurt

(more information)
Palmer's
Multiple award winning in 500g pots.
Available from Harvey Nichols in London

Bob Palmer
RJ & N Palmer
Shipston on Stour
01608 685461
Mozzarella
(Temporarily unavailable)
125g mozzarella balls or 1kg logs made with  vegetable rennet
Adrian Hill
Ribblesdale Cheesemakers
nr Preston

01254 820222
Traditional Cheese
"Original"
Wonderful crisp, creamy, white, matured cheese in a wax coat
made with  vegetable rennet
Other buffalo cheeses are also available from Ribblesdale Cheesemakers
Adrian Hill
Ribblesdale Cheesemakers
nr Preston
01254 820222
Soft Cheeses
"Spurstow" a
Fresh curd cheese
"Brindley" a short ripened smooth creamy cheese (camerbert style)
Mike Allwood
Ravens Oak Dairy
Nantwich

01270 524624
Paneer
Fresh cheese suitable for vegetarians
Adrian Hill
Ribblesdale Cheesemakers
Settle

01729 860231
Ice Cream
2 litre packs
Strawberry,
Chocolate fudge, Melon & Ginger, Mint Choc Chip,
Blueberry
John Sigsworth
North Wales Buffalo
Flintshire
01352 780394

www.
northwalesbuffalo.
co.uk
Khoa
Barfi's
Authentic Pakistani, and Indian sweet recipes
Tariq Ahmed
Mushtaq's
Birmingham

Sukhi Camdal
Eastern Foods
London

0121 772 0631
Tariq@mushtaq's.com


0208 472 0030
Makhan
Authentic
Pakistani
style butter
Tariq Ahmed
Mushtaq's
Birmingham

0121 772 0631
Tariq@mushtaq's.com

Buffalo Meat

(The red meat with a green attitude)
Retail & catering enquiries for this low cholesterol meat Free from the worries of BSE
Edward Sowerby
Barrow Boar
Yeovil

John Sigsworth
North Wales Buffalo
Flintshire
01963 440315



01352 780394

www.
northwalesbuffalo.
co.uk
Wholesale enquiries (sides & primals)
Water Buffalo
Cooperative

01608 685461
BuffaloUK@aol.com


If you need any more information on buffalo milk or have difficulty in obtaining any products call us on 01608 685461 or e-mail
info@buffalomilk.co.uk




* Obtain full medical advise with regard to individual circumstances



 
LONG LIFE BUFFALO MILK

Long Life (UHT) Buffalo Milk is now available.

It is produced in the UK from a blend of pure  buffalo milk originating from members of the Water Buffalo Co-Operative. The milk is packed in Tetrapak 250 ml prisma cartons complete with a drinking straw attached. The 250 ml size is ideal for children or adults in need of a refreshing drink, for use with breakfast cereals or as a whitener in tea or coffee.

The cartons can be kept in a cool place for up to 3 months but do need to be refrigerated once opened.

Sample cartons are £1.25 each including postage and packing
Cases of 24 cartons @ £22.00 delivered to your door.
Quantity discounts are available.

To place an order or to find out more e-mail Sales@buffalomilk.co.uk
 

References:1- Chapter six: Milking buffalo-V.D. Mudgal - Smallholder dairying in the tropics

 

Following from India Dairy.Com - Other interesting facts at this site. 

"The high-yielding Murrah is the Holstein-Friesian of the buffalo world. There is no reason why the Murrah and other riverine breeds should not exceed the volumetric yield of the best milk cows. Buffalo milk contains about twice as much butterfat as cow milk. There is no physiological need for concentrate feed to maintain this level. When concentrates are fed, the fat content rises. When fed ad lib, it can exceed 15 per cent. Fed to excess, this figure can be much higher. The buffalo, in fact, releases unwanted fat in the milk and stores only a minimum in the body tissues."

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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07/12/2023

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