Summer heat brings increased risk of toxic cyanobacteria

As temperatures rise, so should agricultural producers’ caution around toxins on their operations.

Cyanobacteria, also known as bluegreen algae, can produce toxins that are harmful to livestock, wildlife and people. North Dakota State University Extension specialists advise people to be on the lookout for cyanobacteria blooms in water sources.

Miranda Meehan, NDSU Extension livestock environmental s…