It’s non-toxic and 100 percent safe for livestock like horses and cows. Some farms raising pigs, goats and sheep also turn to Baker Lime for their stall floors. All livestock owners report their limestone-floored stalls being easily cleaned and long-lasting.

Is Barn lime safe to handle?

Barn lime, also known as ag or garden lime, is not actually “lime” at all. It’s made from a crushed stone called dolomite, which is why it’s safe for you to handle and safe for your animals. It’s also used by farmers to control crop soil acidity.

What is barnyard lime?

Barn lime is crushed up limestone – also known as Calcium Carbonate. It serves a variety of agricultural purposes such as preventing build-up of the toxic smell of ammonia and other odors in barns and stalls. … Using crushed lime can help keep animal pens, barn floors, and gutters all clean, dry, and sweet.