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Global Mycotoxin Survey Highlights Threats to Animal Feed

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In a recent survey, dsm-firmenich revealed that Fusarium mycotoxins—deoxynivalenol, zearalenone, and fumonisins—are most frequently found in animal feed. The highest levels of mycotoxins were detected in North and Central America, South Asia, Southeast Asia, and China and Taiwan. The World Mycotoxin Survey, covering January to March 2024, analyzed 5,383 samples from 64 countries. Mycotoxins, naturally produced by fungi, can contaminate feed raw materials both in the field and during storage. When ingested by animals, these toxins can cause a range of adverse effects, including impaired reproduction, digestive disorders, carcinogenicity, and reduced performance. “The presence of mycotoxins remains a threat to animal health,” stated Ursula Hofstetter, head of mycotoxin risk management at dsm-firmenich. The survey provides detailed prevalence levels for each mycotoxin by region, highlighting global and local risks to various species. It also introduces Spectrum 380, a powerful mycotoxin detection method used at BOKU. This annual survey, ongoing since 2004, aims to monitor and manage mycotoxin contamination in animal feed globally.

Source: https://www.foodingredientsfirst.com/news/world-mycotoxin-survey-dsm-firmenich-analyze-global-feed-samples-to-monitor-contamination-levels.html

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