Prediction of reiative nutritive value of themeda anathera (nees Ex. Steud) hack of kumaun hills from its chemical composition at different stages of growth

摘要

Chemical investigation of indigenous fodder grass, viz., Themeda anathera (Nees ex. Steud) Hack was carried out at different stages kof growth from July to October. This fodder grass was found to contain sufficiently high levelof protein, ether extract (fat), sugars, ash and minerals and hence assessed as a good quality fodder.