Climate change could exacerbate mycotoxin challenges
Study indicates shifting weather patterns may create favorable conditions for toxins
Mycotoxins
How do mycotoxin tainted diets impact cows and milk safety?
In dairy cows, mycotoxins and their metabolites can pass into milk
Study uncovers hidden dangers of toxin in diets for poultry
New research reveals health risks linked to Zearalenone in feed for laying hens
Poland delays ban on GMO feed until 2030, citing lack of alternatives
Poland’s President, Andrzej Duda, has signed into law an extension on the use of genetically modified feed, delaying a planned ban until 2030.
Insights from COCERAL's 2023 survey: Prevalence and severity of mycotoxin contamination set to increase
As climate change alters environmental conditions, the prevalence and severity of mycotoxin contamination are expected to increase, making effective management more crucial than ever, finds a new report.
Selko and Westerdijk Institute uncover new insights into inhibiting mold in feed
Selko, the feed additives brand of Nutreco, reports research findings confirming the antifungal mode of action in a synergistic blend used for grain and animal feed preservation.
AIC promotes careers in UK animal feed sector: 'It is not all about muddy boots and tractors'
The Agricultural Industries Confederation (AIC) is looking to attract new talent to the UK animal feed supply chain.
FoodChain ID boosts its feed safety certification portfolio
FoodChain ID reports a significant milestone in relation to its certification services aimed at enhancing the safety of feed production, distribution, and the subsequent food supply chain.
Anatomy of a fall in global feed production
In a year marked by volatility, Alltech's Agri-Food Outlook for 2023 provides a comprehensive overview of the intricate dynamics shaping the feed production industry worldwide.
EFSA highlights risk from ergot alkaloids in feed, microbiological hazards in production, and safety of feed detox processes
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) recently published three feed industry related risk assessments.
Predictive models to manage mycotoxin outbreaks in the US
A paper documenting a research project that relied on algorithms to predict mycotoxin contamination of corn was published this month in Frontiers in Microbiology.
An e-nose could be a powerful tool in the feed chain for quality control and mycotoxin monitoring
Dr Matteo Ottoboni, from the Department of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Sciences, at the University of Milan, presented on the application of electronic noses for feed safety and animal nutrition at the World Mycotoxin Forum in Antwerp in Belgium last...
Mycotoxin control
Qatar team identifies way to inhibit mycotoxin growth in fish feed
Qatar based researchers say the findings of their study indicate that aquaculture feed imports from some Asian and European countries can be contaminated with moderate levels of mycotoxins.
Cargill: Next generation phytogenics can optimize animal performance
The acquisition of phytogenic producer, Delacon, by Cargill in June 2022 has enlarged the scope and pace of innovation within the US company’s feed additive business, enabling synergistic new product development, says an executive.
Reports from the World Nutrition Forum in Cancun, Mexico
Challenges and trends in mycotoxin analysis
At the industry level, there is a need for effective and rapid analytical methods for feed mycotoxin detection at the required thresholds, in the parts per billion (ppb) range, for efficient mycotoxin risk management.
Fera to carry out research project on use of novel substrates for rearing insects
Fera Science Ltd is to lead a research project for the UK’s Food Standards Agency (FSA) that will investigate what the risks are from using novel, currently non-approved waste substrates to rear insects such as the Black soldier fly (BSF) and yellow...
Volac unveils new feed additives division
UK company, Volac, has launched a new feed additives division as it looks to help the international feed industry advance efficiency and meet the Net Zero challenge.
Alltech: Newly acquired asset can help deliver insights into interface between soil, crop, animal, and human health
Alltech Crop Science has acquired Ideagro, a Spanish company focused on the analysis and testing of food products, agricultural inputs and the development of microorganisms.
Short term exposure to zearalenone and fumonisins shown to be harmful for cows' rumen ecosystem
It is known that Zearalenone (ZEN) and fumonisins (FUM) jeopardize fertility and health in cattle but a new study shows short-term exposure to both mycotoxins can harm the rumen ecosystem.
Additional research and new detection standard enhances mycotoxin monitoring in China
There has been an increase in the level of domestic research on feed mycotoxins in China in recent years, finds a review.
A trip through the archives: Mycotoxin management insights
We look back on some of the highlights of our mycotoxin news coverage of the past 12 months.
Devenish and Perstorp team up on feed mill moisture management
Northern Ireland headquartered firm, Devenish, has partnered with speciality chemicals company, Perstorp, to launch a new moisture management technology designed to help animal feed mills to improve milling efficiency.
New analytical tool designed to predict spoilage risk in grain and oilseed shipments
US headquartered technology provider, Centaur, says it has reached a milestone in terms of its work to preserve quality and maximize profitability across the food and commodities supply chain.
EFSA outsources literature scope as it evaluates risk from presence of OTA and bromine in feed
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) says it has received mandates from the EU Commission for a scientific opinion on Ochratoxin A (OTA) in feed and the same on bromine in feed.
US team looking to future proof wheat for use in food and feed
US Department of Agriculture (USDA) scientists are working to prepare wheat for the climate challenges ahead.
Brenntag expanding Polish premix site to boost EMEA animal nutrition and pet food market share
Chemicals and ingredients distribution company, Brenntag, is expanding its site in Kędzierzyn-Koźle, Poland, investing in production efficiency, capacity and capabilities aimed at widening its customer base in the animal nutrition and pet food industries.
Volac buys mycotoxin control and silage additives business
Volac has acquired Micron Bio-Systems, the UK based bio-science solutions company.
Scientists still searching for solutions to alleviate mycotoxins from grains
Next generation sequencing combined with functional metagenomic analysis and genetic engineering have the potential to expedite the development of enzymes for the control of mycotoxins at a feed level, says academic.
Dellait acquires forage nutrition business from BritAm
Dairy nutrition and management consultancy firm, Dellait, has completed the acquisition of the Nutretain forage preservation business from BritAm Nutritional Concepts, Inc.
Trouw Nutrition flags mycotoxin concerns for poultry producers from corn harvested in Q4 2020
Early examination of corn for use in 2021 feed production suggests the need for producers to continue to check for mycotoxin presence and be aware of where they source their feed ingredients, says Trouw Nutrition, Nutreco’s animal nutrition division.
Rabobank seeks startups focused on feed efficiency for its FoodBytes! platform
Animal feed related startups, among others, are being encouraged to participate in this year’s FoodBytes! Pitch – Rabobank’s innovation discovery platform.
Asia Pacific markets the focus of Biomin mycotoxin risk management launch
Biomin, which is now part of DSM, has announced the launch today of its mycotoxin control product, Mycofix Plus 5.Z with ZENzyme, in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region.
Plugging gaps in knowledge around mycotoxin impacts in poultry
A review of the literature sees that Ochratoxin A (OTA), a widespread mycotoxin, can affect gut dysbiosis in birds, including increasing gut permeability, immunity, and bacterial translocation, eventually leading to gut and other organ injury.
NUQO secures feed additive development and distribution deal for Poland and the Baltics
French and Polish feed additives players, NUQO and Aditech Polska, have signed a partnership agreement to develop and distribute the French company’s technologies in Poland and in the Baltic countries.
Exclusive: Guest article
EU feed industry outlook for 2021
In an exclusive, Asbjørn Børsting, FEFAC president, looks ahead to what is in store for the EU feed industry for the coming year, highlighting priorities for the sector and pending challenges.
Biomin rounds out portfolio, launches remedy for mycotoxin control for later life stages in broiler and pig rearing
Biomin has launched a new mycotoxin and endotoxin deactivation product designed specifically for the fattening period in poultry and swine.
DSM to sell its resins, materials businesses to focus on nutrition and health
DSM has agreed to sell its resins and functional materials (RFM) and associated businesses to Covestro for an equity value of €1.6bn, as it continues to focus on divisions core to its nutrition and health linked operational goals.
Special Edition: Mycotoxin risk and control
Study: Mycotoxin exposure during pregnancy can impair piglet immune systems
A study has found that prenatal exposure to the mycotoxin, deoxynivalenol (DON), is a risk factor for the immune system of piglets.
Special Edition: Mycotoxin Risk and Control
Advances and challenges in controlling mycotoxins
Disease susceptibility in monogastrics, predicting regional contamination and new product launches - we talk to Biomin about the work its R&D team is undertaking in respect of mycotoxin control.
Special Edition: Mycotoxin Risk and Control
KSU team identifies level of fumonisin contamination of feed that hinders pig growth
Fumonisin contamination in corn is an issue in feed production as such mycotoxins disrupt the metabolism of sphingolipids and reduce pig growth performance, finds a Kansas State University (KSU) team of researchers.
Special Edition: Mycotoxin Risk and Control
Link between low levels of mycotoxins and bird performance
Queen’s University in Belfast and N. Ireland headquartered company, Devenish, say a study they both collaborated on is breakthrough research. Indeed, they term it the world’s first longitudinal study to prove the negative effect of low levels of...
EFSA backs mycotoxin-deactivating silage additive
Biomin says a positive opinion from EFSA could pay the wave for EU authorization of its FUMzyme branded mycotoxin-deactivating enzyme for use in silages.
Vietnam postpones move to impose maximum levels for Salmonella and heavy metals in feed ingredients
The Vietnam Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD) has decided to postpone the implementation of new maximum levels (MLs) for Salmonella and heavy metals in feed ingredients of plant origin for one year, until July 1, 2021, for further...
DSM acquires Erber Group, gets mycotoxin control portfolio, boosts its gut performance management capacity
Netherlands based health and nutrition player, DSM, today announced that it has reached agreement to acquire Austria’s Erber Group for a value of €980m.
The technology behind predicting mycotoxin levels in corn and wheat harvests
Biomin has released the results of statistical analysis showing that many parts of Europe can expect potentially harmful levels of mycotoxin contamination in the upcoming 2020 corn and wheat harvest.
Weather conditions impact on mycotoxin risk
Regional weather conditions contributed to varying mycotoxin risks across geographies last year, found a 2019 global mycotoxin risk analysis report by Trouw Nutrition.
Special edition: Reports from IPPE
Feed intake, gut health challenges raised with mycotoxin presence
The types and levels of mycotoxins present in feed grain samples raise the possibilities of reduced performance for production species and fertility challenges.
Soil bacteria may provide key to detoxifying DON-contaminated feed
Enzymes generated by a soil-base bacterium may provide a way to detoxify feed ingredients laced with the mycotoxin deoxynivalenol following harvest, researcher says.
Ergot presence in feed crops a concern in the US
Poor planting and growing conditions in the spring may have delayed crop development and prompted the establishment of feed crop diseases including ones that spread mycotoxins and ergot, say experts.
US swine, cattle feeds face recalls
Gramco, Inc and Ridley Block Operations are recalling select lots of hog and cattle feed, respectively, following concerns about feed ingredient levels.