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Silo Gas Dangers Warn Farmers Amid Drought
The article details how drought-stressed forage can accumulate nitrates that convert to toxic silo gas in silos. It warns of instant death from exposure, notes signs in cattle such as coughing and paralysis, and advises venting the silo, delaying entry after filling, and medical veterinary care for affected animals. It stresses avoiding ensiling for 3 to 5 days after a rain and monitoring corn and sorghum forages closely.
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Pennsylvania State University
Richard S. Adams
University
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