Mycotoxin: Detection and Management

Contents: Foreword. Preface. 1. Post-harvest fungal pathogens and mycotoxins; their significance in agriculture. 2. Mycotoxins biosynthesis and factors affecting its production in post-harvest stages. 3. Emerging fungal pathogens and mycotoxins: epidemiology and extraction. 4. Epidemiology and spread of fungal pathogens in storage and food processing. 5. Historical perspectives concerning the detection of fungal pathogens and mycotoxins. 6. Detection and qualification of mycotoxins and their genetic regulation. 7. Molecular techniques for detection and diagnosis of fungal pathogens during post-harvest phase. 8. Imaging techniques for fungal pathogen detection and diagnosis. 9. Biosensors and lab-on-chip technology for detection and diagnosis of fungal pathogen and mycotoxins. 10. Immunological techniques for fungal pathogen and mycotoxin detection and diagnosis. 11. Chromatographic techniques for mycotoxin detection and quantification. 12. Role of artificial intelligence and machine learning in fungal pathogen and mycotoxin detection and management. 13. Biological strategies to manage fungal pathogens and mycotoxins. 14. Post-harvest management of mycotoxins and fungal pathogens. 15. Agronanotechnology: sustainable innovations for managing fungal diseases and mycotoxin contamination in plants. 16. Fungal pathogens and mycotoxin control in organic agriculture. 17. Good agricultural practices and good manufacturing practices for fungal pathogens and mycotoxin management. 18. Economic impact of fungal pathogen and mycotoxin in agriculture and food processing. 19. Food safety regulations for fungal pathogens and mycotoxins: a global perspective. 20. Future perspectives of mycotoxin detection, diagnosis and management. Index.

Fungal pathogens and mycotoxins pose significant challenges in agriculture, food storage, and processing, impacting both food security and public health. This book provides a comprehensive exploration of post-harvest fungal pathogens and mycotoxins, covering their biosynthesis, epidemiology, and factors influencing their production. This book is divided into four sections and first introduces the significance of fungal pathogens and mycotoxins in agriculture. It then delves into advanced detection and diagnostic techniques, including molecular methods, biosensors, imaging, and artificial intelligence applications. The third section focuses on management strategies, highlighting biological control, agro-nanotechnology, organic farming approaches, and best agricultural practices. The final section examines the global economic impact and regulatory frameworks governing fungal pathogen and mycotoxin control. With contributions from leading experts, this book serves as a valuable resource for researchers, food safety professionals, and policymakers working to mitigate the risks associated with fungal contamination in food systems.