Facial Ezcema

Facial eczema is caused by a toxin produced by the spores of a fungus growing on pasture.  When ingested by cattle and sheep, the toxin damages the liver and bile ducts.

The damaged liver cannot rid the body of wastes and a breakdown product of chlorophyll builds up in the blood causing sensitivity to sunlight, which in turn causes inflammation of the skin.

The resulting liver damage can severely affect their welfare, affect production and fertility