Mycotoxins in ruminants

The effects of mycotoxins in cattle may vary from reduced weight gains or milk production, according to information from the Canadian Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural affairs. Performance losses of 5 – 10% are typical with moldy feeds even in the absence of mycotoxins. Mycotoxin contamination increases production losses, even when mold is not readily visible. It can also lead to mycotic abortions and respiratory disease Ketosis and displaced abomasum problems may increase signif