Mycotoxins are toxic secondary metabolites produced by various fungi that contaminate crops, foodstuffs and feed, posing significant risks to human and animal health. Their biological effects span ...

At some point in your life, you’ve heard debates about healthy eating, often emphasizing organic, non-GMO, fresh, and minimally processed foods. These discussions are frequently associated with health ...

Wheat -- the most widely cultivated crop in the world -- is under growing attack from harmful toxins. Across Europe, almost half of wheat crops are impacted by the fungal infection that gives rise to ...

Scientists have looked at mycotoxin issues in the cereals sector in Ireland to help better protect consumers. Ireland is an important producer of oats and barley. While some of the output is used as ...

Consuming mycotoxins produced by some types of molds can cause gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms and other health problems. Constipation is theoretically possible but is likely uncommon. Mycotoxins are ...

Dealing with mycotoxins in corn during harvest can be double trouble for farmers. Not only do they reduce yields and grain quality, but if contaminated grain is fed to livestock, it can lead to ...

Researchers have assessed the mycotoxin threat in European wheat and how it is changing. Fusarium mycotoxins were discovered in every European country. A study by scientists from the University of ...

Trouw Nutrition will present its annual Global Mycotoxin Review on Thursday, February 5 at 9 am CET (English) and 4 pm CET ...