Abstract Mycotoxins (mould toxins) are secondary metabolites of moulds. They are natural toxins whose occurrence in food and feed is undesirable but cannot be completely avoided. Mycotoxins may occur as contaminants in plant products and raw materials such as grains, nuts and almonds if they are infested with mould during cultivation, storage or ...
German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment (BfR)
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The effects of diosmin on aflatoxin-induced liver and kidney damage
Aflatoxin is among the natural toxins that cause serious side effects on living things. Diosmin is also one of the compounds with broad pharmacological effects. In this study, the effects on the oxidant/antioxidant system of 50 mg/kg body weight/day dose
TEKELİ, Muhammet Yasin +11 more
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Risk assessment of the production of seaweed in the Netherlands; food safety and nature
Abstract Seaweed is seen as an important source of alternative proteins for a sustainable food system and food security. The cultivation of seaweed is therefore encouraged by the European Union (EU) and also by the Dutch government.In the Netherlands, seaweed is farmed on small scale in the Southwest Delta, the Wadden Sea and the North Sea. Despite the
S. M. Schrap +5 more
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P32 | An overview of foodborne illnesses in the Umbria-Marche region: the five-year period 2020-2024
The aim of the study is to highlight the correlations between food types and the pathogens most frequently involved in suspected cases of food poisoning in the Umbria-Marche region during the period 2020-2024. A total of 1686 samples collected following
Alessia Lupattelli
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Workshop on Combating Aflatoxins in the Maize Value Chain of Africa: Theme: “Unleashing the full potential of the Maize Value Chain through Aflatoxin Management” [PDF]
This communique presents outcomes of the workshop of the Maize value chain held on 4-5 December 2017, the African Union’s Partnership for Aflatoxin Control in Africa (PACA) and key partners brought together African stakeholders in order to galvanize a ...
PACA
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Abstract Following a request from the European Commission, EFSA was asked to deliver a scientific opinion on the safety and efficacy of a proanthocyanidin‐rich dry extract obtained from the fruit of Vaccinium macrocarpon Aiton (cranberry extract) when used as a sensory feed additive for dogs and cats. The additive is not currently authorised for use in
EFSA Panel on Additives and Products or Substances used in Animal Feed (FEEDAP) +26 more
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Food poisoning due to yam flour consumption in Kano (Northwest) Nigeria
Food poisoning is known to occur sporadically from time to time due to poor hygienic preparations. Its occurrence rarely assumes epidemic proportion. The objective was to report the occurrence of food poisoning due to yam flour among three families which
Adeleke SI, Adeleke, SI
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Artificial Intelligence in Food Safety: A Tertiary Study
ABSTRACT Food safety remains a critical factor in preventing contaminated and hazardous products from reaching consumers. The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and its capacity to deal with vast datasets has significantly enhanced food safety protocols, and a substantial number of primary and secondary studies have emerged at the intersection
Marina Arribas Lopez +2 more
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A Review of Infectious and Non‐Infectious Causes of Pregnancy Loss in Goats
ABSTRACT Goats play a vital role in global agriculture, particularly in developing regions, and are increasingly kept as companion animals. Given their economic and social importance, pregnancy losses in goats represent a substantial challenge, leading to considerable economic losses and raising concerns about animal welfare and public health, as some ...
Friederike Maria Kaus +4 more
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Role of aflatoxin B1 on hematological factors, histopathological changes, tissue residual, growth and survival rate of Fenneropenaeus indicus [PDF]
Role of aflatoxin B1 on hematological indexes, histopathological changes, tissue residual, growth and survival rate of Fenneropenaeus indicus Some similar cases of aflatoxin chronic poisoning were reported from cultured shrimps in Iran.
Garibi, Gh. +13 more
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