How to Reduce Aflatoxin Contamination in Groundnuts and Maize A Guide for Extension Workers

Abstract

Many agricultural commodities are susceptible to several diseases caused
\nby fungi, viruses and insect pests. These diseases may also contaminate
\nthe crops with deadly toxins. Fungi are of particular concern. Many fungi
\nare free-living organisms capable of surviving in the environment (soil, air
\nand water) and can easily find their way into crop products especially when
\nthe weather conditions are suitable. Many of these fungi are free-living
\norganisms and can survive in the environment even without the crops we
\ngrow. The toxins produced by fungi are called mycotoxins (Myco=fungus;
\ntoxin=poison)...