Insect and Mycotoxins in Corn
Mycotoxins can be extremely harmful to humans and animals. They are known to disrupt the synthesis of DNA, RNA and proteins, and can impair animal health ââ¬â even causing death. The metabolites can be passed through animal products, such as milk.Some toxins are more common than others, varying significantly in acceptable thresholds and in their impact on animals that consume contaminated grain. The most frequent toxins present in corn are aflatoxin, fumonisin, DON, ZEN and T-2 toxin.
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