Articles Tagged with ''toxicity''
The impact of fescue toxicosis on dairy production is a growing concern for producers who utilize fescue in grazing pastures.
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Know these livestock-poisonous and abortifacient plants
Let’s take a look at some examples of non-native and native toxic-to-livestock plants that can harm the developing fetus or outright kill the dam.
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Olly olly oxalates
Oxalates are relatively common compounds in plants, but they can affect mineral availability and can potentially be toxic, as in forages such as fodder beets and Kikuyu grass.
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Identify toxic plant issues on your next walkabout
Beware of toxic plants that cause abortions in younger animals and know where to look for them.
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Plants that practice the martial arts
Hairy vetch, poison ivy and poison oak can cause strong immunological responses in livestock. However, if producers keep a close eye on their animals, they can sleep soundly at night, even in these plants’ presence.
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Toxic algae that isn’t algae
Cyanobacteria (often called blue-green algae) can be a scary thing to see in your cattle’s water source and can be the cause of mysterious health issues. Here’s what to know about it to keep your cattle safe, especially in areas experiencing severe drought.
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The opportunities and challenges of grazing sudangrass and sorghum-sudan hybrids
Producers interested in grazing sudangrass and sorghum-sudan hybrids should be aware of its potential risks and how to mitigate them.
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