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Making the most of a grass-oriented farm

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Farm report, Australia: Adapting to a changing climate

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Ins and outs of farm facilities and equipment

The fungus grows in the dead litter at the base of pasture and prefers warm, moist conditions. When ingested by cattle, sporidesmin damages the liver and bile ducts. Photo: Joris Telders
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