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Modeling the distribution and probability of aflatoxin occurrence using environmental data

author(s) Masuoka, Penny - Chamberlin, Judith - Elias, Maribel
from International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI)
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Masuoka, Penny; Chamberlin, Judith; Elias, Maribel, 'Modeling the distribution and probability of aflatoxin occurrence using environmental data', International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI), Washington, D.C., 2010

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Abstract

Aflatoxins, which are produced by Aspergillus molds, depend on environmental conditions in order to thrive. These toxins occur under drought conditions, when plants are more vulnerable to colonization by Aspergillus (Sanders et al. 1993), and post-harvest storage conditions that involve high humidity.

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