Category Archives: Aflatoxin B1

RASFF Alerts – Aflatoxins- Dried Figs – Pistachios – Peanuts

RASFF

Aflatoxin B1 and total aflatoxins in dried figs from Turkey in France

Gov France

Aflatoxins in pistachios from Iran in France and the UAE

RASFF

Presence of aflatoxins above the established limit in peanuts from China in Spain

RASFF

Presence of Aflatoxins beyond the permitted limits in in-shell pistachios from Türkiye in Italy

RASFF

Presence of Aflatoxins beyond the permitted limits in shelled pistachios from Türkiye in Italy

RASFF

Aflatoxins in roasted pistachio from Türkiye in Germany and Bulgaria

RASFF Alerts – Aflatoxins – Brazil Nuts –

RASFF

Aflatoxins in U.S.A. peanuts in the Netherlands

RASFF

Aflatoxins B1 and total in shelled pistachios from Iran with transfer from Greece in Italy

RASFF

Aflatoxins in in-shell pistachios originating from Iran transferred from Greece to Italy

RASFF

Aflatoxins in in-shell pistachios from Iran in Italy

RASFF

Aflatoxins in Brazil nuts from Bolivia in Greece and Austria

RASFF Alert- Animal Feed – Aflatoxin – Millet Grains

RASFF

Aflatoxin B1 in millet grains from India in Spain

RASFF Alert- Mycotoxin – Aflatoxin – Dried Figs – Pistachios – Peanuts – Groundnuts

RASFF

Aflatoxin in dried figs from Türkiye in Norway and Bulgaria

RASFF

Lot of shelled pistachios with aflatoxin b1 and total values ​​higher than the legal limit. REG. EU no. 915/2023 from Iran in Italy

RASFF

Aflatoxins in pistachios from the Islamic Republic of Iran in Germany

RASFF

Aflatoxin B1 and total aflatoxins in dried figs from Turkey in France

RASFF

Aflatoxin B1 and total aflatoxins in dried figs from Turkey in France

RASFF

Aflatoxin B1 and total aflatoxins in dried figs from Turkey in France

RASFF

Total aflatoxins in dried figs from Turkey in France

RASFF

Aflatoxin b1 and sum of aflatoxins in in-shell peanuts from Egypt in Italy

RASFF

Aflatoxin B1 and total aflatoxins in dried figs from Turkey in France

RASFF

Aflatoxins in groundnut kernels from Paraguay in Romania

RASFF

Total aflatoxins in dried figs from Turkey in France

Research- Determination of Mycotoxins in Plant-Based Meat Alternatives (PBMAs) and Ingredients after Microwave Cooking

MDPI

Abstract

In this study, we investigate the role of microwave cooking in reducing mycotoxin contamination in plant-based food matrices, with a focus on veggie burgers (purchased and home-made) and their ingredients (soybean, potatoes, zucchini, carrots). Two different conditions were studied (Max–Min) that were 800 W for 60 s and 800 W for 90 s, respectively. The degradation patterns of aflatoxins (AFB1, AFB2, AFG1, AFG2), fumonisins (FB1, FB2, FB3), trichothecenes (T2, HT2, ZEA), and ochratoxin A (OTA) were studied. The extraction procedures were conducted with the QuEChERS extraction, and the analyses were conducted with liquid chromatography–tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS). Principal component analysis (PCA) showed that degradation under microwave cooking varies considerably across different food matrices and cooking conditions. This study provides valuable insights into the degradation of mycotoxins during microwave cooking and underscores the need for more research in this area to ensure food safety.

RASFF Alerts- Aflatoxin – Pistachios – Groundnuts – Peanuts – Peanut Butter – Dried Figs – Brazil Nuts – Almonds

RASFF

Aflatoxin limit exceeded in peanuts from China in Spain

RASFF

Aflatoxin in Pistachio from Turkey in Italy and Germany

RASFF

Aflatoxins in peanut butter from India in Germany and Austria

RASFF

Aflatoxin in USA groundnuts in the Netherlands

RASFF

High level of aflatoxins (B1 and total) in pistachios in shell from Turkey in Italy

RASFF

Aflatoxin in dried figs from Turkey in Italy

RASFF

Aflatoxin B1 and total in Pistachios peeled from Iran in the Netherlands and Germany

RASFF

Aflatoxins in dried organic figs from Turkey in Germany

RASFF

Aflatoxins in Pistachios in shell from Türkiye in Italy

RASFF

Aflatoxins in pistachios from the United States of America, via Türkiye in Italy and Germany

RASFF

Aflatoxin in Groundnut kernels from Argentina in the Netherlands

RASFF

Aflatoxins (B1,B2,G1,G2) in raw groundnuts, from the USA in the Netherlands and Switzerland

RASFF

Aflatoxin B1 in Brazil nuts from Bolivia in the UK and Netherlands

RASFF

Aflatoxin in USA groundnuts in the Netherlands

RASFF

Aflatoxin B1 in almonds from Spain in the Netherlands

RASFF

Groundnuts USA Aflatoxin GGB 23105780 in the Netherlands

Research- Monitoring of Animal Feed Contamination by Mycotoxins: Results of Five Years of Official Control by an Accredited Italian Laboratory

MDPI

Abstract

Mycotoxin contamination of animal feed is a complex issue in both animal wellness and food safety. The most diffused mycotoxins subject to the official control of animal feed are Aflatoxin B1 (AF), Zearalenone (ZEA), Deoxynivalenol (DON), Ochratoxin A (OCRA), Fumonisins (FUMO), and T-2/HT-2 toxins. This work describes the results of five years of monitoring focused on the evaluation of mycotoxin contamination of animal feed. Analytical determinations were carried out by means of accredited ELISA. The obtained results showed a non-alarming scenario, with several samples resulting as “non-compliant” according to the Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs) set in European Regulation No. 574/2011. Out of 722 analyzed samples coming from 2 Italian regions, Apulia and Basilicata, 14 samples were characterized by mycotoxin concentrations higher than related MRL; in particular, 5, 4, and 5 non-compliant samples for DON, AF, and ZEA, respectively. This study also evaluated the possible correlations between mycotoxin type and feed use with a special focus on animal sensitivity to mycotoxins.

RASFF Alert – Aflatoxin – Dried Figs – Pistachios – Groundnuts – Peanuts

RASFF

Aflatoxin B1 and total aflatoxins in dried figs from Turkey in France

RASFF

Aflatoxin B1 and total aflatoxins in dried figs from Turkey in France

RASFF

Aflatoxins (B1 and Total) beyond permitted limits in shelled pistachios from Turkey

RASFF

Aflatoxin B1 in groundnut from Argentina in the Netherlands

RASFF

Aflatoxins in groundnuts from the USA (via UK) in the Netherlands

RASFF

Aflatoxin B1 in peanuts from the United States in the Netherlands

RASFF

Aflatoxin in Groundnut kernels from the United States in the Netherlands

RASFF

High content of aflatoxin in in-shell pistachios from Iran in Italy

RASFF

Aflatoxins in dried figs from Türkiye in Slovenia

RASFF

Aflatoxins beyond permitted limits in shelled Pistachios from Türkiye in Italy

RASFF

Aflatoxin B1 and total aflatoxins in dried figs from Turkey in france

RASFF

Aflatoxins above the limits in Pistachios in shell from Turkey in Italy

RASFF

Aflatoxins in pistachio kernels from the Islamic Republic of Iran in Germany

Israel -Notice to consumers about the removal from the shelves of the products “Ground Nutmeg”, “Mixed Seasoning Mix”, “Rice Seasoning Mix”, “White Rice Seasoning Mix” – Aflatoxins

Gov IL

Recall Notice

Due to an inspection by the food service at the Ministry of Health, higher than permitted levels of aflatoxins (mold toxins) were found in the product “Ground Nutmeg”

Research – Novel Methods for the Mitigation of Human Pathogens and Mycotoxin Contamination of High Value California Specialty Crops

ARS USDA

Successful execution of these Objectives will contribute to field by: improving our knowledge of how microbial populations can affect and impact food safety and public health and delineating how pathogens are transmitted and disseminated in and among plant crops allowing for future development of improved/alternate interventions and control strategies

(Objectives 1-4); developing novel intervention strategies using sustainable, natural fungicide alternatives that eliminate aflatoxigenic fungi; enhancing our knowledge regarding the prevalence of azole-resistant aspergilli with enhanced aflatoxin production

(Objective 5); and developing novel methods to control invasive insect pests and reducing the need for the use of radioisotopes for irradiation

(Objective 6). These Objectives, if successful, will allow growers to produce a safer food supply and reduce the use of toxic chemicals (pesticides) and enhance environmental quality.

Objective 1: Identify and characterize agricultural soils that suppress the persistence of the human pathogenic bacteria Salmonella enterica, Listeria monocytogenes and Escherichia coli O157:H7.

Objective 2: Examine the microbiomes, potential for human pathogen colonization, and effectiveness of biological control agents on lettuces grown in indoor vertical hydroponic systems.

Objective 3: Examine the effects of bacterial biocontrol candidate strains on population dynamics of black Aspergillus spp. on grapes and raisins.

Objective 4: Identification and utilization of antifungal metabolites from microbial sources as interventions. •

Sub-objective 4A: Identification of antifungal metabolites from candidate biocontrol bacteria collected from raisin grape vineyards. •

Sub-objective 4B: Isolation and characterization of bacteria with antifungal activities from pistachio orchards.

Objective 5: Development of resistance management augmenting fungal and mycotoxin elimination. •

Sub-objective 5A: Determine the prevalence of azole-resistant aspergilli (A. flavus, A. parasiticus) that produce increased levels of mycotoxins in California tree nut orchards. •

Sub-objective 5B: Develop new intervention strategies for the control of azole-resistant Aspergillus species utilizing natural products/derivatives as fungicide alternatives.

Objective 6: Investigate novel methods to address mycotoxin contamination of tree nuts through control of fungal and insect vectors. •

Sub-objective 6A: Evaluate X-ray based irradiation as an alternative to gamma irradiation for SIT. •

Sub-objective 6B: Investigate high pressure steam as a tool for orchard sanitation through destruction of overwintering NOW larvae in pistachio mummies.

Objective 7: The use of previously approved natural products as an accelerated chemical interventions strategy to inhibit food-associated mycotoxins, fungal pathogens, and their insect pest transmitters. •

Sub-objective 7A: Identify previously approved natural products that inhibit mycotoxins and fungal pathogens frequently found in food contaminations. •

Sub-objective 7B: Identify previously approved natural products that immunosuppress insect pests and increase their sensitivity to microbes.