Presentation was given as part of Year-Round Grazing-From Pasture Establishment to Grazing Management and Soil Health Workshop. January 25 and 27, 2018. University of Maryland Eastern Shore, Princess Anne, MD.
It is a Doug hum species and therefore produces prussic acid when frosted. So do not graze immediately after frost. Allow damaged leaves to dry. Can also accumulate nitrates under high nitrogen fertilization and drought.
Is it dangerous for cattle?
It is a Doug hum species and therefore produces prussic acid when frosted. So do not graze immediately after frost. Allow damaged leaves to dry. Can also accumulate nitrates under high nitrogen fertilization and drought.