Potential determinants of Clostridium spp. occurrence in Polish silage

Abstract

Silage quality deteriorates with Clostridium spp. contamination, and if consumed, such silage jeopardises herd health and productivity. Minimising its occurrence reduces economic and animal welfare risks. The study investigated the influence of environmental and technological determinants on the Clostridium genus’ occurrence in silage.

Keywords

• clostridium botulinum
• clostridium perfringens
• poland
• silage
• toxins