UK Forage Insights Webinar - Alltech 2021 European Harvest Analysis
Throughout the 2021 growing season, turbulent weather across Europe has directly impacted the presence of moulds and mycotoxins in forages. Mycotoxins are produced by certain species of moulds and are a concern for livestock producers due to their influence on feed and forage quality and subsequent animal health and performance.
The 2021 Alltech European Harvest Analysis UK forage findings, provided by the Alltech 37+® mycotoxin analytical services laboratory, uncovered the true threat mycotoxins pose to animals and producers.
Dr. Radka Borutova, European technical support manager for the Alltech Mycotoxin Management team, shares an in-depth analysis of the UK forage quality and discusses the impacts mycotoxins can have on farm production in the recent webinar.
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