Understanding the risk factors associated with aflatoxin contamination helps in taking preventive measures to minimize its occurrence. Below are key factors that contribute to aflatoxin contamination in crops like groundnuts:
1. Naturally Occurring Mould
Aspergillus fungi that produce aflatoxin are naturally present in almost all soils worldwide. This makes groundnuts particularly vulnerable as they grow underground.
- Climate and Environment: The mould...
