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Fungi and Mycotoxins
Fungi are a normal part of the microflora of plants and feedstuffs.
FAO:25% of the world's crops are affected by fungi.
Fungal spoilage of crops can have serious economic consequences
Toxic fungal secondary metabolites or mycotoxins may be produced
Fungi produce many different toxic compounds
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Production of mycotoxins depends on the fungus present, the composition of feedstuffs and conditions of handling and storage,especially temperature and moisture
Mycotoxins are complex molecules that are difficult to analyse.
Mycotoxins may give rise to disease or mycotoxicoses in both humans and animals
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