Mycotoxins: the intestine and enteric disease

Research is clearly showing that the intestine should be the focal point when considering the challenge that mycotoxins present to animal health and performance, not least because it represents the first point of contact between the animal and contaminated feed. By Dr Leon Broom, Senior Research and Development Scientist, Anpario PLC Intestinal epithelial cells are a critical component of the ‘natural’ immune system. In essence, these cells form a key barrier between the