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Old 01/05/09, 01:43 PM
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Tannins in water concerns?
Does anyone know of any issues with watering livestock with naturally occuring tannic water from decaying mater etc.?
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Old 01/05/09, 05:29 PM
 
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The amount of tannic acid in a flowing stream offers very little risk IMO. However, I have read that tannic acid from eating too many acorns can be detrimental to cattle. Mine eat acorns and I have to yet see a problem.
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Old 01/06/09, 02:26 PM
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We have several ponds that are surrounded by oaks and so far there's never been an issue with tannic acids.
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