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Watch out for acorn poisoning this autumn

Look out for acorns on grazing pastures, as the effects of acorn poisoning can be detrimental to livestock

Katie Fallon
Livestock Specialist
clock • 2 min read
Ensure oak trees are fenced off or animals are removed from pasture to avoid acorn poisoning.
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Ensure oak trees are fenced off or animals are removed from pasture to avoid acorn poisoning.

Most common at this time of year, acorn poisoning can affect almost all livestock including cattle, sheep, goats, and horses. And with this year thought to be a bumper year for acorns, livestock farmers...

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