A STUDY OF THE NUTRITIONAL VALUE OF MARE'S MILK FROM A PRIVATE FARM FROM THE VILLAGE OF SHALKODE, RAYYMBEK DISTRICT, ALMATY REGION

The article presents the results of a study on the organoleptic, physical, and chemical properties of four samples of mare’s milk obtained from a farm in the village of «Shalkode», Rayimbek District, Almaty Region. The MilkoScan FT 1 milk analyzer was used to determine the qualitative indicators of the milk, with a comparative analysis of the average results obtained during the summer and autumn seasons.The study of the physicochemical properties of mare’s milk from the village of “Shalkode” aimed to assess its nutritional value. The key parameters analyzed included fat content, protein content, dry matter, lactose, glucose, and casein.The fat content of the milk was found to range between 1,95% and 2,03%, which corresponds to the average fat content of mare’s milk. The protein content ranged between 1,5% and 2,2%, highlighting the high biological value of the milk. The dry matter content was 11,73%-11,75%, indicating a rich composition of minerals and nutrients.The lactose level was measured at 7,01%, contributing to the sweet taste of the milk and serving as a primary energy source. The glucose content was approximately 0,27%-0,28%, reflecting the stability of the indicators under proper care and feeding conditions. The casein content ranged from 1,27% to 1,31%, confirming the high protein quality of the milk.Overall, the study results highlight the high nutritional value of mare’s milk. All physicochemical parameters were stable and of high quality.