The frequency of aflatoxin contamination was high in almonds from southern California when compared to that from central or northern California, claims a new US study.
A European project has reported success in controlling aflatoxin
contamination in peanuts, a product that has seen its export value
fall in recent years.
US scientists have found a way to prevent the formation of the
naturally occurring cancer-causing compound aflatoxin in nuts such
as almonds, pistachios and walnuts, findings they hope will lead to
the first environmentally friendly...
A slice of nut and nut products on sale in the UK today, including
peanut butter and marzipan, were found to contain harmful toxins,
said the UK's food watchdog this week, following an annual survey.
Retailers rush to amend the...