The paper considers the factors that drive a strong and competitive agri-business sector with
particular attention to investment in research and development (R&D) for technological …

Aflatoxin contamination in groundnut by Aspergillus section Flavi is a major pre-and post-
harvest problem causing kernel-quality loss. Post-harvest aflatoxin contamination is caused …

Aflatoxins, the mycotoxins produced as secondary metabolites by Aspergillus flavus and
Aspergillus parasiticus, are the most common known food contaminants implicated with liver …

The recent phenomenon of large-scale acquisition of land for a variety of investment
purposes has raised deep concerns over the food security, livelihood and socio-economic …

Pesticide use in agriculture has caused a lot of rising concerns about the safety of residues
in food and water, as well as other potential health and environmental risks. There is need …

This secondary data analysis was conducted to assess post-harvest losses and handling
practices. The postharvest section of the Living Standard Measurement Survey (LSMS) data …

Poor harvest and post harvest handling can reduce corn production in terms of quantity and
quality. Therefore, this paper aims to know the potential loss of maize crops and post-harvest …

Mold contamination, especially with aflatoxin-producing Aspergillus species, poses a
notable issue for rice, particularly in ready-to-eat (RTE) items, turning them inedible for both …

The production and storage of food crops in different countries is affected by aflatoxins
contamination, which are known to be carcinogenic and mutagenic to human beings and …

The ecohealth approach is a core concept integrating environmental aspects with human
and animal health (domestic and wild animals). Zoonotic and emerging diseases affect …