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Aflatoxins and Effects in Ruminant Nutrition

Authors
Hasan Batuhan Demircioglu1, Harun Kutay1, *
1University of Çukurova, Faculty of Agriculture, Department of Animal Science, 01330, Adana, Turkey
*Corresponding author. Email: hcinli@cu.edu.tr
Corresponding Author
Harun Kutay
Available Online 7 May 2026.
DOI
10.2991/978-94-6239-666-1_50How to use a DOI?
Keywords
Aspergillus flavus; Aspergillus parasiticus; Aflatoxins; Mycotoxins; Milk Yield
Abstract

Aflatoxins are mycotoxins produced by molds such as Aspergillus flavus and Aspergillus parasiticus, with potent toxic and carcinogenic properties. Aflatoxin B1 (AFB1), in particular, is the most frequently encountered and harmful form in ruminant nutrition. Although AFB1 ingested in feed is detoxified to a limited extent in the rumen, it is metabolized in the liver and can be transmitted to consumers through milk as Aflatoxin M1 (AFM1). Aflatoxin exposure in ruminants leads to adverse outcomes such as reduced feed intake, body weight loss, immune system suppression, impaired reproductive performance, and reduced milk yield. The legal limit for AFB1 in feed is 5 ppb (µg/kg) in Turkey and 20 ppb in European Union countries. Proper harvesting and storage conditions, biological and chemical detoxification methods, and the use of toxin-binding feed additives are key to reducing aflatoxin risk. Control of aflatoxins in ruminant feed is critical for both animal health and public health.

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Volume Title
Proceedings of the 5th International Conference on Research of Agricultural and Food Technologies (I-CRAFT 2025)
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Atlantis Highlights in Sustainable Development
Publication Date
7 May 2026
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978-94-6239-666-1
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3005-155X
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© 2026 The Author(s)
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