Small Ruminants (Sheep & Goats)
Poisonous Plant Identification Guide
A guide for finding and recording poisonous plants in sheep and goat pastures. Use it to scout fields and plan removal or avoidance. Follow the steps in order and keep the guide handy with your other farm papers.
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The steps on this page
- Learn local toxic plants from extension lists
- Scout pastures each season
- Photograph unknown plants
- Mark and map plant locations
- Keep animals away from hazard areas
- Remove or manage plants per advice
- Watch animals for poisoning signs
- Call your veterinarian quickly if signs appear
How to use this guide
Read the steps once through before you start, then keep the page nearby while you work. Use the notes lines to add what your own setup needs.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with eXtension and USDA NRCS.
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