Fungi produce mycotoxins in the presence of appropriate temperature, humidity, sufficient
nutrients and if the density of the mushroom mass is favorable. Although all mycotoxins are …

Cereal grains are the most important food staples for human beings and livestock animals.
They can be processed into various types of food and feed products such as bread, pasta …

From as early as the Salem witch hunts in the 17th century when the toxin ergot in mold on
rye bread caused hallucinations, to the present day, mycotoxins have been creating havoc …

Mycotoxins are toxic natural secondary metabolites produced by several species of fungi on
agricultural commodities in the field or during storage. The most predominant mycotoxins …

Mycotoxins can be found in many foods consumed by humans and animals. These
substances are secondary metabolites of some fungi species and are resistant to …

Disease outbreaks due to the consumption of contaminated food and feedstuff are a
recurring problem worldwide. The major factor contributing to contamination are …

The postharvest life of fruits and vegetables is influenced by several parameters, such as
physiological properties and biotic/abiotic stresses. In particular, a consistent portion of the …

Mycotoxins are secondary metabolites produced by fungal species that commonly have a
toxic effect on human and animal health. Different foodstuff can be contaminated and are …

Mycotoxins are toxic substances that can infect many foods with carcinogenic, genotoxic,
teratogenic, nephrotoxic, and hepatotoxic effects. Mycotoxin contamination of foodstuffs …

Diseases caused by fungi are spread by direct implantation or inhalation of spores. Fungi
can cause adverse human health effects to many organ systems. In addition to infection and …