Fusarium
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Fusarium moulds are widespread on growing crops and normally do little damage to the plant. However, under some conditions they can produce a number of toxins, including deoxynivalenol (DON), nivalenol (NIV) and zearalenone (ZEA).
Fusarium toxins in malt can be prevented by choosing good quality barley, by efficient drying and good storage conditions (for both malt and barley) and by attention to hygiene in the malting plant.
