NUTRIENT COMPOSITION, IN VITRO METHANE PRODUCTION AND DIGESTIBILITY OF AZOLLA (AZOLLA MICROPHYLLA) WITH RUMEN LIQUOR OF GOAT

摘要

Azolla (Azolla microphylla) a free-floating aquatic fern fixes atmospheric nitrogen in association with nitrogen fixing blue green alga (Anabaena azollae), making it an excellent source of protein for livestock. It can be used as a part of feed or asa supplemental source of protein and minerals in the ration of goats (FAO, 2011). The present study was undertaken to evaluate Azolla by/'n vitro techniques as a potential feed for goats.