Mycotoxins – Part 1: Today’s global threat to poultry

The frequency of mycotoxin contamination of poultry feeds appears to be on the increase globally. This is a serious threat, since complex poultry rations are highly susceptible. As a result, such contamination can seriously affect bird performance. Proper measures are needed to minimise losses. By Trevor K. Smith, Professor, Department of Animal and Poultry Science, University of Guelph, Ontario, Canada Do you know that mycotoxins are the second most important issue faced by the animal industry