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How mycotoxins affect poultry

September 28, 2020

Often, livestock and poultry feedstuffs can be contaminated with multiple mycotoxins because many molds grow under similar conditions, producing different mycotoxins.

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How mycotoxins affect horses

August 25, 2020

Horses cannot avoid exposure to mycotoxins, but with good management practices, it is possible to significantly reduce potentially harmful effects.

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The complex story of mycotoxins in ruminants

July 23, 2020

Mycotoxins within the ruminant setting, particularly dairy, offer a fascinating complexity that is not seen within the monogastric setting.

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The impact of mycotoxins on swine

June 09, 2020

Pigs are especially sensitive to mycotoxins, affecting all stages of production. The consumption of mycotoxins can influence performance, damage to the intestinal tract or alter immune function.

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The impact of mycotoxins on human health

April 15, 2020

The accumulation of mycotoxins in feed and food is a common and serious problem causing many acute and chronic health problems in both animals and humans worldwide.

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What’s the mycotoxin risk in 2019 corn?

April 02, 2020

The 2019 growing season in the U.S. was, basically, a continuation of 2018: rain and more rain. Planting was delayed, with many acres going unplanted. The cool and wet growing season also delayed crop maturity.

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The impact of mycotoxins on animal health

March 23, 2020

Mycotoxins are a common concern for feed quality and animal safety worldwide. Mycotoxins can exert their effects on animals in many ways.

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Mycotoxins: the hidden threat for farmers.

February 12, 2020

Mycotoxins are secondary metabolites produced by fungus or mold. Different mycotoxins have varying toxicities, modes of action and health effects on different species.

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