Animal health can be affected by soil quality from "summary" of Soil, Grass, and Cancer by André Voisin
The health of animals is intimately linked to the quality of the soil on which they graze. This may seem like an unusual connection, but it is a fundamental truth that cannot be ignored. The nutrients present in the soil are absorbed by the grasses that grow on it, and these nutrients are then passed on to the animals that consume the grass. If the soil is deficient in essential minerals and nutrients, the grasses will also be lacking in these vital elements. As a result, the animals that graze on such impoverished pastures will not receive the proper nutrition they need to thrive. This can lead to a whole host of health problems, ranging from poor growth and development to weakened immune systems and increased susceptibility to disease. In essence, the health of the soil directly impacts the health of the animals that depend on it for sustenan...
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