The cost of mycotoxins in animal production

First identified in the 1960s, mycotoxins are now a known concern to animal producers. To effectively deal with the threat, producers need to understand the risks and minimise mycotoxin effects in order to improve animal profitability. Mycotoxins can exert their effects on animals in many ways, including changing feeding behaviour, altering intestinal structure and function, affecting endocrine system signalling and modifying the immune system. Mycotoxicosis can negatively impact all stages of