The Kenya Bureau of Standards (Kebs) and millers have raised concerns over high levels of aflatoxin in maize.
They say most of the maize contains unacceptable levels of the toxin, making it unfit for human consumption.
Poor storage facilities and heavy rains in maize-growing zones have contributed to the problem, said Dr Henry Rotich, the director of meteorology and testing at Kebs.
“Regular inspections and tests for aflatoxin are carried out to ensure maize flour and other products meet recommended standards,” he said.
“In Kenya, the allowable aflatoxin level in maize is 10 parts per billion. Anything above that is unacceptable.”
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