Current Approaches to Aflatoxin B1 Control in Food and Feed Safety: Detection, Inhibition, and Mitigation

Area of Science:

• Food Science
• Environmental Science
• Toxicology

Background:

• Aflatoxins, toxic metabolites from Aspergillus species, contaminate food and feed.
• Climate change exacerbates aflatoxin contamination risks globally.
• Significant public health concerns arise from widespread aflatoxin exposure.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review recent advancements in aflatoxin detection and mitigation strategies.
• To examine aflatoxin occurrence in water systems and current control measures.
• To highlight emerging technologies and sustainable approaches for risk reduction.

Main Methods:

• Comprehensive literature review on bioremediation, detoxification, and inhibition strategies.
• Analysis of current detection techniques (molecular diagnostics, immunoassays, biosensors, chromatography).
• Examination of physical, chemical, and biological removal processes.

Main Results:

• Integrative approaches combining biological and technological solutions show increasing efficacy.
• AI-based tools and portable devices offer potential for on-site aflatoxin detection.
• Intelligent packaging and transgenic crops can minimize contamination at the source.

Conclusions:

• Interdisciplinary research is crucial for developing sustainable aflatoxin mitigation strategies.
• Adaptive strategies are needed to address aflatoxin risks under environmental challenges.
• Effective aflatoxin control is essential for ensuring food safety and public health.