Milk Production (Food Science and Technology)

Milk Production Science: Biological Processes & Nutritional Quality

This book explores the biological processes involved in milk production, with particular attention to ruminant animals and the conversion of plant-based nutrients into milk. It presents research on milk's biological components, nutritional composition and importance in supporting growth, development and human health.

Key Features

• Introduces the scientific principles of milk production.
• Examines milk production in ruminant animals.
• Explores the biological complexity of milk synthesis.
• Discusses the conversion of plant nutrients into milk components.
• Examines the biological composition of milk.
• Explores the nutritional quality of milk.
• Highlights proteins and other essential milk constituents.
• Discusses the importance of milk in early-life nutrition.
• Examines milk's role in supporting brain development.
• Explores the contribution of milk to nervous system development.
• Discusses nutritional factors associated with immune system development.
• Highlights the role of milk in bone and tissue growth.
• Presents current research in milk production science.
• Explores the relationship between biological components and nutritional value.
• Provides useful scientific knowledge for dairy researchers, food scientists and animal production specialists.