Could Endophyte-Infected Fescue Cause Lameness in Horses?
Casie Bazay, NBCAAM
November 6, 2012
Researchers observed noticeable lameness in horses consuming high levels of endophyte-infected seeds and hay.
Researchers observed noticeable lameness in horses consuming high levels of endophyte-infected seeds and hay.
Horses showed a clear preference for alfalfa compared to the other types of hay offered.
Forage-only diets provide horses with more physically effective fiber than hay-and-concentrate diets.
Restricted pasture access does not have negative effects on hindgut fermentation or fluid balance.
Hestad studied how endophyte-infected tall fescue seed ingestion would affect nonpregnant mares.
No significant fecal pH decrease occurred, but it’s important to change equine feed gradually, researchers say.
A recent study shows that antioxidant levels appear to be challenged during the competition.
The grazing school will take place on Sept. 22 and will cover a variety of pasture and forage related topics.
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Mild neurotoxicity to horses was reported in Europe but is not considered a serious threat in North America.
While fall armyworm is a pest of cattle and horse pastures, it should not affect horses.
UC Davis researchers found that high-quality alfalfa hay is most effective for rehabilitating a starved horse.
The ideal time to reseed depends on the type of forage a producer selects.
Many grazing strategies will be discussed during a two-day grazing school at the Lake City Research Center.
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