Mycotoxins effect on poultry production
Forum: Mycotoxins Problems in Poultry
Published on:
12/08/2011
Author/s :
Carlos A. Mallmann (LAMIC); Paulo Dilkin ; Adriano Olnei Mallmann ; Alexandro Marchioro
ABSTRACT Mycotoxins are contaminants of many cereals and derivatives used as ingredients in poultry diets. They are considered secondary metabolites produced by fungi that develop well in tropical climates. When they are present in moderate to high concentrations in the diet, it might result in death, and when used in low doses, it may compromise production indexes, such as decrease...