How tarweed can be toxic
The seeds are believed to contain toxic alkaloids. Livestock will not normally graze it, due to its bitter taste and sticky texture. However, if large numbers of seeding plants are baled up in hay, it may cause a problem.
The seeds are believed to contain toxic alkaloids. Livestock will not normally graze it, due to its bitter taste and sticky texture. However, if large numbers of seeding plants are baled up in hay, it may cause a problem.