A jumbo crisis in Madhya Pradesh
A jumbo crisis in Madhya Pradesh The Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve (BTR) in Madhya Pradesh witnessed the tragic deaths of 10 elephants, likely due to Kodo millet contaminated with cyclopiazonic acid. This incident highlighted concerns over human-wildlife conflict, inadequate resources for elephant management, and the need for research into Kodo’s effects.The government is working on preventive measures. Cause of Death Toxicity from Kodo Millet: Post-mortem reports confirmed that the elephants died from consuming Kodo millet contaminated with cyclopiazonic acid, a toxin produced by a fungus found in Kodo crops. The Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI) and ICRISAT confirmed high levels of…