Ghana: Aflatoxin in Maize - Challenges and Efforts to Curb It

press release

Aflatoxins are toxic metabolites produced by certain fungi in/on foods and feeds. They have been associated with various diseases, such as aflatoxicosis, in livestock, domestic animals and humans throughout the world. The occurrence of aflatoxins is influenced by certain environmental factors; hence the extent of contamination will vary with geographic location, agricultural and agronomic practices, among others.

Over the years researchers have failed to determine an antidote against Aflatoxins. Therefore, many countries, including Ghana, have attempted to limit exposure to aflatoxins by imposing regulatory limits on commodities intended for use as food and feed.

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