Assessment of Milk Quality from a Physicochemical Perspective in Selected Case Farms in the Municipality of Rahovec
Session
Agriculture, Food Science and Technology
Description
This study aims to evaluate the physicochemical quality of milk from several farms in the Municipality of Rahovec. Milk is an essential nutritional source, and its composition is influenced by various factors such as cow breed, feeding, farming practices, and storage conditions. During August-September 2023, milk samples were collected from 8 different farms in the Rahovec region. The samples were analyzed in the laboratory for key physicochemical parameters including pH, fat content, protein, sugar (lactose), density, water percentage, temperature, freezing point, and salt percentage. Results showed that milk pH ranged within normal limits (6.58–6.99), fat and protein content varied depending on the farm, while sugar and salt levels remained stable. Variations in density and water content suggest changes in milk composition possibly due to farming conditions or adulteration. Statistical analysis indicated that differences between samples were mostly not significant, except for pH in some cases. This study provides valuable information for improving milk quality in local farms and can serve as a basis for developing better production practices.
Keywords:
Milk quality, physicochemical analysis, Rahovec, farms, milk
Proceedings Editor
Edmond Hajrizi
ISBN
978-9951-982-41-2
Location
UBT Lipjan, Kosovo
Start Date
25-10-2025 9:00 AM
End Date
26-10-2025 6:00 PM
DOI
10.33107/ubt-ic.2025.167
Recommended Citation
Zeqiri, Medin; Derguti, Valon; Feka, Fidan; Bytyçi, Xhavit; Mestani, Mergim; Kastrati, Gani; Jonuzi, Vezir; Cenbaza, Egzona; and Bicoku, Ylli, "Assessment of Milk Quality from a Physicochemical Perspective in Selected Case Farms in the Municipality of Rahovec" (2025). UBT International Conference. 12.
https://knowledgecenter.ubt-uni.net/conference/2025UBTIC/AFCT/12
Assessment of Milk Quality from a Physicochemical Perspective in Selected Case Farms in the Municipality of Rahovec
UBT Lipjan, Kosovo
This study aims to evaluate the physicochemical quality of milk from several farms in the Municipality of Rahovec. Milk is an essential nutritional source, and its composition is influenced by various factors such as cow breed, feeding, farming practices, and storage conditions. During August-September 2023, milk samples were collected from 8 different farms in the Rahovec region. The samples were analyzed in the laboratory for key physicochemical parameters including pH, fat content, protein, sugar (lactose), density, water percentage, temperature, freezing point, and salt percentage. Results showed that milk pH ranged within normal limits (6.58–6.99), fat and protein content varied depending on the farm, while sugar and salt levels remained stable. Variations in density and water content suggest changes in milk composition possibly due to farming conditions or adulteration. Statistical analysis indicated that differences between samples were mostly not significant, except for pH in some cases. This study provides valuable information for improving milk quality in local farms and can serve as a basis for developing better production practices.