ADVERTISEMENT Don't let toxic weeds ruin your summer A combination of hot, dry days with the odd rain event has see toxic weeds become an issue for producers again, with many producers becoming aware for the risk when they notice signs of toxicosis. Dr Paul Meggison, Chief Nutritionist at AusFarm Nutrition Products, has been working on effective solutions to weed toxicosis for almost two decades. According to Dr Meggison, "There are a vast number of different plant toxins that are of concern for ruminants when grazing weeds." Photosensitisation, jaundice, head, jaw, and eye swelling, and weight loss are all visible signs of plant toxicosis. These symptoms generally stem from a dysfunctional and damaged liver that can have long-term consequences for animal health, production, and welfare, with younger livestock particularly at risk. "Although different toxins work in different ways, the most encountered weeds that cause these concerns are Hairy Panic, Heliotrope, Caltrop and Goosefoot and we have developed a solution" he said. StockMins-Detox: Toxin Deactivating Supplement for Sheep is a uniquely formulated, high specification, loose-lick supplement designed to reduce the effects of a broad spectrum of forage toxins in sheep. is the "StockMins-Detox first of its kind for livestock grazing weeds, and is not only supported by strong scientific theory, but more importantly has been commercially available for ten years and is more popular every year." StockMins-Detox works by adopting two broad modes of action against toxic insult, DEACTIVATE (against the toxins) and DEFEND (within the animal) Deactivating toxins This involves the inclusion of specially designed ingredients and antioxidants that actively work to denature and mop up free radicals when toxic material is ingested. StockMins-Detox contains a high level of broad- spectrum toxin deactivators, clays and other specifically targeted binding agents. The combination of these ingredients actively helps to deactivate both mycotoxins and endotoxins in the gut before they can damage the gastrointestinal tract. Defending This involves boosting the animal's immunity, gut integrity, energy metabolism and repairing damaged tissue. This is achieved by supplying high levels of organic and inorganic essential trace elements (Co, I, Se, Mn, Mo, Zn) and vitamins, including high levels of vitamins E and C for their role in tissue recovery among other benefits. Anp AusFarm Nutrition Products "Livestock Nutrition Solutions" High Quality Premixes and Supplements StockMins DeTox Dry Supplement for Sheep and Co Feed Supplements... Growing Your Investments Managing toxicosis Dr Meggison recommend proactively adopting StockMins-Detox as part of an integrated management program. "StockMins-Detox should be used as another tool in the bag when grazing dry feed. As soon green pick comes through, assess what's emerging and offer StockMins- Detox and some palatable hay. For more information about how to manage weed toxicosis contact AusFarm Nutrition Products on 0412 048 055 or visit www.ausfarmnutrition.com. TOXIC WEED Caltrop Tribulus terrestinis Hairy Panic Panicum effusum Clammy Goosefoot Dysphania pumilio European Heliotrope Heliotropium europium Reduce the risk of grazing toxic summer weeds in your dry pastures and stubbles with StockMins-Detox: Toxin Deactivating Supplement for For more information about how to manage weed toxicosis in your operation call AusFarm Nutrition Products today 0412 048 055 Sheep Anp AusFarm Nutrition Products Scan the QR code for StockMins-Detox Product Information ADVERTISEMENT Don't let toxic weeds ruin your summer A combination of hot , dry days with the odd rain event has see toxic weeds become an issue for producers again , with many producers becoming aware for the risk when they notice signs of toxicosis . Dr Paul Meggison , Chief Nutritionist at AusFarm Nutrition Products , has been working on effective solutions to weed toxicosis for almost two decades . According to Dr Meggison , " There are a vast number of different plant toxins that are of concern for ruminants when grazing weeds . " Photosensitisation , jaundice , head , jaw , and eye swelling , and weight loss are all visible signs of plant toxicosis . These symptoms generally stem from a dysfunctional and damaged liver that can have long - term consequences for animal health , production , and welfare , with younger livestock particularly at risk . " Although different toxins work in different ways , the most encountered weeds that cause these concerns are Hairy Panic , Heliotrope , Caltrop and Goosefoot and we have developed a solution " he said . StockMins - Detox : Toxin Deactivating Supplement for Sheep is a uniquely formulated , high specification , loose - lick supplement designed to reduce the effects of a broad spectrum of forage toxins in sheep . is the " StockMins - Detox first of its kind for livestock grazing weeds , and is not only supported by strong scientific theory , but more importantly has been commercially available for ten years and is more popular every year . " StockMins - Detox works by adopting two broad modes of action against toxic insult , DEACTIVATE ( against the toxins ) and DEFEND ( within the animal ) Deactivating toxins This involves the inclusion of specially designed ingredients and antioxidants that actively work to denature and mop up free radicals when toxic material is ingested . StockMins - Detox contains a high level of broad- spectrum toxin deactivators , clays and other specifically targeted binding agents . The combination of these ingredients actively helps to deactivate both mycotoxins and endotoxins in the gut before they can damage the gastrointestinal tract . Defending This involves boosting the animal's immunity , gut integrity , energy metabolism and repairing damaged tissue . This is achieved by supplying high levels of organic and inorganic essential trace elements ( Co , I , Se , Mn , Mo , Zn ) and vitamins , including high levels of vitamins E and C for their role in tissue recovery among other benefits . Anp AusFarm Nutrition Products " Livestock Nutrition Solutions " High Quality Premixes and Supplements StockMins DeTox Dry Supplement for Sheep and Co Feed Supplements ... Growing Your Investments Managing toxicosis Dr Meggison recommend proactively adopting StockMins - Detox as part of an integrated management program . " StockMins - Detox should be used as another tool in the bag when grazing dry feed . As soon green pick comes through , assess what's emerging and offer StockMins- Detox and some palatable hay . For more information about how to manage weed toxicosis contact AusFarm Nutrition Products on 0412 048 055 or visit www.ausfarmnutrition.com . TOXIC WEED Caltrop Tribulus terrestinis Hairy Panic Panicum effusum Clammy Goosefoot Dysphania pumilio European Heliotrope Heliotropium europium Reduce the risk of grazing toxic summer weeds in your dry pastures and stubbles with StockMins - Detox : Toxin Deactivating Supplement for For more information about how to manage weed toxicosis in your operation call AusFarm Nutrition Products today 0412 048 055 Sheep Anp AusFarm Nutrition Products Scan the QR code for StockMins - Detox Product Information