Effect of moldy straw on the cattle species
Published: June 5, 2012
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Agricultural byproducts comprise main feed source for livestock production in south Asia. Due to unprecedented rainfall, paddy harvesting was severely affected during mid November last year. The paddy plants were thoroughly wet and straw from such plant were used by farmers. As a result Degnala disease, as reported by British animal health technician Sarlow in 1930 was seen in...
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6 de junio de 2012
Dear Dr.K Kedar
Thank you for article.
We can also apply antifungal ---propionic acid based products to prevent the fungal growth in straw/wet fodder.
We can also recommend mycotoxin binder in affected straw/feed to prevent the absorption of toxins to the animal body.
Thanks and regards
Dr.Thirumeignanam
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