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Drought 2012 and aflatoxin: What you need to know

High temperatures and a lack of precipitation aren’t the only issues plaguing farmers this year – the drought also has led to an outbreak of a carcinogenic mycotoxin – aflatoxin.

Aflatoxin is produced by certain strains of the mold Aspergillus, which flourishes in hot and dry conditions such as those created by this summer’s drought. [...]

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Canada going to single food safety inspection system – Food Safety News

Canada is looking to streamline its food safety service.

Small Ohio producers first to reap benefits of [...]