Crop mold contamination, methods of pre- and post-harvest mold growth prevention, treatment using mold inhibitors, and the elimination of the negative effects of mycotoxins.
Microscopic filamentous fungi, also known as micromycetes or molds, form an integral part of the soil microorganism population, are part of the soil biocenosis, and perform essential tasks in the recycling of nutrients from decomposing biological material. Due to a number of environmental factors, excessive growth and multiplication can occur, leading to the production of toxic secondary metabolites (mycotoxins).
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(Published in the magazine Náš chov 12/2024)