Effect of maturity on the mineral content of Napier grass (Pennisetum purpureum)
Date
1999Author
Kariuki, J N
Gitau, G K
Gachuiri, C K
Tammings, S
Irungu, K R G
Muia, J M
Type
ArticleLanguage
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The effect of maturity on the mineral content of Bana and French varieties of
Napier grass was assessed during the wet and dry seasons. The mineral content declined
significantly with maturity except for Co. The effect of variety was significant for Ca, P, K,
Fe and Mn. Season significantly influenced the levels of Mg, Cu, Mn and Zn. The mineral
contents of the two varieties were similar and the levels were associated negatively with
maturity. The levels of micro-minerals were below those desired for animal production.
Citation
Trop. Sci. 1999,39,56-61Publisher
Departmeni of Animal Production