Mycotoxins: An emerging risk to ruminants

Mycotoxins, in large doses, can be the primary agent causing acute health or production problems in a dairy herd. Feed and crop management is vital to control mycotoxin contamination in feed given to lactating cows, heifers and especially calves. The dairy industry is an important part of international economy, and it plays a significant role in providing high quality food for human beings. According to Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, dairy industry contributes up to 46