mycotoxins

A plasma stepping technology that was developed could also be a key improvement for the malting barley industry as the cold plasma treatment gave a boost to the grain germination. Photo: Canva

25-03 | News

Plasma treatment reduces mycotoxins in grains

A recent study has shown that the addition of an anti-mycotoxin blend minimizes the adverse effects caused by mycotoxin contaminated feed of nursery pigs. Photo: Bert Jansen

18-03 | Article

The impact of an anti-mycotoxin blend on the health of nursery pigs

Current legislation does not consider the multiple dynamics and potential interactions between co-occurring groups of mycotoxins. Photo: Shutterstock

15-03 | Article

Analytical challenges of modified and multi-mycotoxin contamination

Long-term feed storage bears the risk of bacterial contamination and the emergence of moulds, producing mycotoxins, the scientists have said. Photo: Canva

06-03 | News

Gas sterilisation of feed proposed as alternative to heat treatment

Various analytical methods are used for mycotoxin detection in livestock feed. Photo: Shutterstock

29-02 | Article

Mycotoxin detection methods in livestock feed

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23-02 | News

World Mycotoxin Survey shows ongoing rise over the past year

A recent global mycotoxin analysis revealed that concentrations of DON in maize in 2023 had risen in the second half of the year when temperatures were cooler. Photo: Canva

09-02 | News

Supply chain challenges likely to encourage mycotoxins

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24-01 | News

Combatting mycotoxins in poultry through spray-dried plasma

Better not offer these to consumption for animals: Corn affected by mycotoxins. Photo: Canva

19-01 | Article

Back to the basics: An introduction to mycotoxins

Mycotoxin Survey: Ongoing threat to animal welfare and farm productivity

06-12-2023 | News

Mycotoxin Survey: Ongoing threat to animal welfare and farm productivity