Mycotoxins are secondary metabolites produced by fungi. The two main species of mycotoxin producing fungi which impact pig production are Aspergillus and Fusarium. Aspergillus is a tropical and semi-tropical fungus which produces toxins known as aflatoxins. Aflatoxin is a hepato-carcinogen...

Creating an opportunity to optimise production despite feed contamination

Mycotoxins are secondary metabolites of fungi which can cause a range of acute or chronic detrimental conditions for aquaculture production. Mycotoxins can be formed on crops either during cultivation or during post harvest...