Fall changes in plants, dryer conditions and a tendency to overgraze can put livestock at risk to consume toxic plants. Anna O’Brien reviews some common toxic plants to help livestock avoid:
- Milkweed
- Rhododendron/Azaleas/Mountain Laurel
- Pigweed
- Ragwort
- Foxglove
- White Snakeroot
- Cherry Trees
- Black Walnut
Source: Hobby Farms, August 27, 2018. Link. Educate neighbors on not throwing yard clippings over the fence for extra “feed.” Keep in mind that decorative foliage and small ruminants don’t mix.
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