FoodNavigator

Rising temperatures and shifting weather patterns are increasing mycotoxin contamination in crops, according to a FoodNavigator report, with industry experts warning there is currently no known solution to the problem. Fungal toxins threaten food safety and trade, prompting discussion among food producers and regulators about adaptation strategies.

Rising temperatures and shifting weather patterns are increasing mycotoxin contamination in crops, with industry publication FoodNavigator reporting that there is currently 'no known solution' to the problem. The warning highlights growing concern among food producers and safety experts that fungi-produced toxins could pose escalating risks to food security and public health as the climate continues to change.