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The Dangers of Crofton Weed: Know What to Look For

The Dangers of Crofton Weed: Know What to Look For

Crofton weed is a rapid spreading weed that has become a nuisance in many areas along the east coast of Australia. Once established, seedlings tolerate shade and grow rapidly. In this way, small infestations of Crofton weed rapidly increase in size unless controlled. All parts of the Crofton weed are extremely toxic to horses when ingested. The toxic compound is A. adenophora. Crofton weeds are very palatable to horses and often horses prefer to graze on the weed rather than other forage in their paddock. When ingested over a period the toxin builds up in the horse’s system and symptoms...

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