Alabama Cooperative Extension System

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Alabama Horse Owners Can Learn More about Forage

The Alabama Cooperative Extension System will hold a hay and forage field day for horse owners on Saturday, June 7, in Morgan County.

The field day will begin at the Morgan County Extension office in Hartselle. Red Oak Farm in Danville will

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Blister Beetles in Hay: Shop Smart to Reduce the Risk

Alfalfa hay is an excellent, high quality forage for horses, but it has the potential to attract blister beetles–toxic insects that can kill horses if ingested.


Blister beetles cause inflammation and blistering of the skin within hours

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