Bracken Poisoning In Beef Cattle

By Asst Editor Craig R, on June 15th, 2011

Many plant poisonings, including bracken poisoning, are common in the autumn. The highest risk period is when grass growth is poor, particularly if this has been combined with bracken control so that rhizomes or new young fronds are available for cattle to eat.

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Acorn Poisoning in Beef Cattle

By Asst Editor Craig R, on June 15th, 2011

Clinical Signs

* Sudden death can occur (although poisoning generally occurs over a period days)

* Constipation initially, followed by black watery diarrhoea.

* Depression and loss of appetite

* Straining to pass faeces and urinate is very common

* Weakening, collapse and death (usually within seven days of the onset of signs)

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