Corn growers are boosting efforts to stay ahead of rising mycotoxin risks by expanding a proven research model that’s delivered results for over a decade.
The Aflatoxin Mitigation Center of Excellence (AMCOE) is now becoming the Mycotoxin Mitigation Center of Excellence, broadening its focus to address a full spectrum of mycotoxins, including aflatoxin, vomitoxin, and several others, before they can create bigger problems for U.S. corn.
Mycotoxins are toxic compounds produced by mold that can lead to rejected loads, reduced prices, and lost market access. They are a significant threat to U.S. corn crops, serving up an estimated $1 billion in losses every year.
This move will benefit corn growers through research focused on real-world, field-level risks, better testing, resistance traits, and management tools. The center will coordinate industry-wide efforts to protect the value of U.S. corn. It will also engage with and invest in the whole value chain solutions.
