Technologies and strategies for aflatoxin control in Kenya: A synthesis of emerging evidence

Download or read book Technologies and strategies for aflatoxin control in Kenya: A synthesis of emerging evidence written by Hoffmann, Vivian and published by Intl Food Policy Res Inst. This book was released on 2020-01-21 with total page 15 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Aflatoxin is a poisonous substance produced by a fungus, Aspergillus flavus, that occurs naturally in soils of cultivated and non-cultivated areas. The fungus commonly produces the toxin in maize, groundnut, and other staple grains and vegetables, and is especially prevalent in Africa. When animals consume feed contaminated with aflatoxin, milk and (at very low levels) meat, fish and eggs, can also be contam-inated. This note brings together recent research from the CGIAR and others on technologies for aflatoxin control in Africa and provides recommendations for catalyzing their adoption.