Invasive Plants that are Toxic to Livestock<\/h2>\n

Invasive plants can directly impact livestock health. Some plants have sharp spines or burs that puncture and scratch animals or get tangled in fur, increasing stress and veterinary costs. Other plants have toxins that can lead to poisoning or fatalities.<\/p>\n

Toxins may occur in some or all plant parts including leaves, roots, stems, flowers and seeds. Some toxins are only present in harmful concentrations during certain stages of plant growth.<\/p>\n

Livestock rarely consume toxic plants purposefully. Poisonings can occur through the consumption of large quantities of contaminated hay. During a drought when forage is limited and quality is low, livestock are either unable to detect dried plants or are so hungry that even toxic plants become a potential source of food.<\/p>\n

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Invasive Plants that are Toxic to Livestock Invasive plants can directly impact livestock health. Some plants have sharp spines or burs that puncture and scratch animals or get tangled in fur, increasing stress and veterinary costs. Other plants have toxins that can lead to poisoning or fatalities. Toxins may occur in some or all plant … <\/p>\n

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