Additional Info

Browse the following articles for information and resources on specific conditions livestock may face. For more information on which products to use contact our livestock nutritionists at blocks@olssons.com.au or call us on 1800 804 096.

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BLOAT

Ruminal tympany, commonly known as bloat, is a digestive disorder of ruminants that occurs when the gas produced during normal rumination is trapped and cannot be expelled by belching. If untreated, this condition can be fatal.

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GIDGEE & OTHER FLUOROACETATE POISONING

Ingesting fluoroacetate containing plants causes hypocalcemia (low calcium levels), hypoglycemia (low energy levels), and interferes with acid & ammonia balance. Each of these symptoms on their own can be detrimental to ruminants, and in combination are deadly.

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