Nitrates and Prussic Acid in Forages

Type
Publication
Date of Publication
December 7, 2021
Price
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Overview

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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