How Real is the Threat of Mycotoxins for Feed and Animal Producers in Asia?
A recent survey of mycotoxins in Asian grains shed some light on this dangerous compound on animal feed. Specially developed product that can satisfy these seven criteria (Mycosorb, Alltech Inc.) has been shown to effectively bind and inactivate mycotoxins in many in vitro studies and in vivo trials, as it maintains performance and protects animal health and welfare. Where several mycotoxins co-exist at high levels, broad spectrum characteristics of an adsorbent becomes of paramount importance, as not all products have the ability to bind different toxins. Heat treatment of feed can also affect the ability-of a mycotoxin binder. Products containing ingredients such as microbes and enzymes can become ineffective at pelleting temperatures. Kudupoje (2003) conducted a study on Mycosorb and found that even at high temperatures (1000C) for a period of 24 hours, the mycotoxin adsorbent was still was able to bind mycotoxins at optimal capacity. Poultry studies The effects of feeding blends of
