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Effect of gamma irradiation on the inactivation of aflatoxin B1 and fungal flora in peanut

Year: 2003

Type: article

Abstract: The effect of gamma irradiation on aflatoxin B1 levels and fungal infection were investigated in peanut samples, Tatu Vermelho cultivar. At a radiation dose of 10 KGy, growth of molds was completely inhibited. Doses of 15, 20, 25 and 30 KGy were sufficient for destruction of aflatoxin B1 by 55-74%. The results suggested that the decontamination of molds by irradiation, before production of aflatoxin B1, is the most acceptable method in the preservation of peanut.

Source: Brazilian Journal of Microbiology

DOI: 10.1590/s1517-83822003000500047

Authors: Guilherme Prado, Eliana Pinheiro de Carvalho, Marize Silva Oliveira, Jovita Gazzinelli Cruz Madeira, Vanessa Drummond Morais, Ricardo Ferracini Correa, Valbert Nascimento Cardoso, Thaís Veloso Soares, Juliana Fonseca Moreira da Silva, Rúbia Carolina Pereira Gonçalves

Institutions: Universidade Federal de Lavras, Ezequiel Dias Foundation, Centro de Desenvolvimento da Tecnologia Nuclear, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais

Language: English

Topic: Mycotoxins in Agriculture and Food

Subfield: Plant Science

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences

Domain: Life Sciences

SDGs: Zero hunger, Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,190

Funders: Conselho Nacional de Desenvolvimento Científico e Tecnológico, Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de Minas Gerais

OpenAlex ID: W2090492518

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