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Effect of early exposure of tansy ragwort (Senecio jacobaea) on future grazing preferences of sheep

Creator:

Naranjo R., Victor Hugo

Abstract:

Tansy ragwort (Senecio iacobea) is a widely distributed weed in the Pacific Northwest (U.S.A.) where it causes severe damage to the livestock industry. Sheep are highly resistant to toxic effects of ragwort, therefore, induction of ragwort preference in sheep was sought as a means to control this poisonous plant. The...

Resource Type:

Masters Thesis