Nitrates and Prussic Acid in Forages

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Date of Publication
December 7, 2021
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When nitrates and prussic acid accumulate in forage, the feed may not be safe for livestock. This factsheet describes conditions that cause the accumulation of nitrates and prussic acid and symptoms of nitrate and prussic acid poisoning in forage. Testing and management of these conditions is also discussed.(5 pages)

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