Even small changes such as reduced in-parlour feeding caused poor milk ejection and a
drop in milk yield in buffaloes. Buffaloes seem to be sensitive to the slightest change in
milking routines, which was immediately reflected in the milk yield. Maintenance
behaviour improved with longer resting and shorter standing behaviours in the treatment
with increased access to roughage through out the day. This improvement in the resting
behaviour however did not influence milk ejection