Avoidance of mycotoxins in the cereal supply chain is of prime importance in assuring food safety. With forthcoming changes in EU legislation regarding fusarium mycotoxin content in cereals, there is a need to understand the implications for all parts of the cereal food industry chain, from farm level to final product. In order to fully appreciate the effects of these legislative changes, the impact of agronomic practice, storage and supply, and the possible development of new cereal varieties, need to be considered.