Paul Vincelli , Ph.D.

Corn grain can be naturally contaminated by mycotoxins, natural toxins produced by fungi. Though most Kentucky corn crops are free of mycotoxins, fumonisins are the most common threat. These toxins affect a number of animal species, but horses and pigs are among the most sensitive. Aflatoxins are generally very uncommon in Kentucky, but when they occur, they can cause serious disruption to grain m ...