Variations of Major Mineral Constituents of Ewe Milk During Lactation

Milk from ewes of two Greek breeds, Karagouniki and Serron, was analyzed for minerals as well as for major constituents from the 7th wk after parturition and throughout lactation. Averages for Karagouniki were sodium 50, potassium 117, calcium 209, magnesium 9.1, phosphorus 153, and citrates 185 mg/100 g; solidsnot-fat 11.53%, fat 6~.43%, protein 5.97%, casein 4.37%, and lactose 4.95%. For Serron ewe milk they were sodium 51, potassium 107, calcium 201, magnesium 8.8, phosphorus 151, and citrates 181 mg/100 g; solids-not-fat 11.10%, fat 6.65%, protein 5.64%, casein 4.37%, and lactose 4.74%.