Paula KovalskyPaula Kovalsky is product manager Mycofix, Biomin Holding GmbHFrom the AuthorBroilers & TurkeysEl impacto del DON en el intestino de las avesLas micotoxinas son contaminantes fúngicos que se encuentran en todos los tipos de materias primas destinadas a alimentos de consumo animal, pero, si el intestino de los pollos o gallinas se expone a altas concentraciones de estas toxinas, se puede poner en riesgo el desempeño de las parvadas y puede haber pérdidas económicas importantes para los avicultores.Broilers & TurkeysImpact of DON on the poultry gutMycotoxins are fungal contaminants found in all kinds of commodities intended for food and feed. If the intestine of broilers or layers becomes exposed to high concentrations of these toxins after ingestion of contaminated feed, the performance of flocks can be compromised and economic losses for poultry producers significant.HomeHow do mycotoxins affect feed quality worldwide?It is not surprising mycotoxins continue to be found at high levels once again in the 2013 grains harvest. As worldwide demand for animal-based products continues to grow, demand for high-quality feed will also increase. Despite increasing awareness of the problems caused by mycotoxins, the impact that these toxic substances have on the animal industry has not yet been fully understood.Page 1 of 1