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Mycotoxins in Maize: What You Need to Know This Season
Maize silage is an excellent forage for dairy cows – highly palatable and delivers energy whilst supporting rumen health. But, it can come with potential hidden challenges – moulds and fungi that produce mycotoxins.
According to the latest FEFAC report, maize was the most likely crop in the EU to carry medium to high levels of mycotoxins, including:
- DON – linked to gut inflammation, diarrhoea, and reduced milk yield
- ZON – associated with fertility problems and pregnancy loss
Plus aflatoxins, fumonisins, and T2/HT2
Even small amounts of mycotoxin contamination can cost – in lost milk, fertility issues, and wasted forage.
Using mycotoxin binders such as Ultrasorb R can help give your herd the tools they need should mycotoxins present any challenges.
Read our full outlook below to find out what to watch out for and how to minimise the effect of Mycotoxins:
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