Evaluation of Fresian Holstein Crossbred Dairy Cow Milk Production Based On Temperature Humidity Index (THI)

Adhyatma, M. and Ahmad, Yanuar and Kusuma, Satria Budi and Permadi, Herlina Irawati and Fajrin, Eistifani (2024) Evaluation of Fresian Holstein Crossbred Dairy Cow Milk Production Based On Temperature Humidity Index (THI). JSTIP: Jurnal Sains dan Teknologi Industri Peternakan, 4 (1). pp. 7-14. ISSN 2775-7889

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Abstract

This research aims to determine the influence of interaction between the environment with genetic of FH Cross on the milk production. The materials used were four female FH Cross dairy cows in the third lactation period. The research site is located at an altitude of 187 meters above sea level, indicating relatively high levels of temperature and humidity. The average temperatures range between 23-30°C and the humidity levels range between 63-86%. Both elevated temperature and humidity can have an influence on milk production. The findings of this study indicate that the cowsheds Temperature Humidity Index (THI) falls within the mild stress category. The milk production results for FH Cross dairy cows ranged from 3-6 liters per head per day in the morning, and 1.5-3 liters per head per day in the afternoon. However, it should be noted that this production level is still below the genetic standards. Other factors such as feed, management practices, and animal health also play a role in milk production. Regression analysis suggests a correlation between THI and milk production, although this correlation is not statistically significant. This lack of statistical significance may be attributed to the influence of various other factors on milk production, such as feed type and management practices. Therefore, it can be concluded that the THI condition of the barn is one factor that needs to be considered to increase the milk production of FH Cross dairy cows.

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