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“…The reason for the consistently high levels of aflatoxin in calabash nutmeg is not understood, however, it could be that it lacks inhibitory properties which may be present in other spices. Per Essawet et al (2017), certain spices are known to have inhibitory factors such as spice oil and other secondary metabolites that prevent or reduce attack, colonization and subsequent production of mycotoxins by fungi. Also, some spices are reported to have inhibitory activity toward fungi by interfering with the production of aflatoxin (Kocic-Tanackov et al, 2012).…”

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Aflatoxin Determination in Selected Spices in The Greater Accra Region, Ghana

Samari¹,

Opoku²,

Lawal³

2022

J. Agr. Food Sci.

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This research was carried out to determine the level of aflatoxin present in common spices sold in Nima, Agbogbloshie and Tema Central markets in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana. Spices are used in everyday food preparation to enhance food properties and for medicinal and traditional purposes. The aflatoxin concentration was determined using the Neogen Reveal Q+test kit and the mobile assay. Aflatoxin was present in all the cloves, cumin, negro pepper and calabash nutmeg spice samples used for the study. 100% of the spices sampled in this study recorded concentrations above the EU acceptable aflatoxin concentration limit which is below 5ppb. Calabash nutmeg spice recorded the highest mean aflatoxin concentration (78.4ppb) while clove spice recorded the lowest mean aflatoxin concentration (11.2ppb). Tema Central market recorded the highest aflatoxin mean concentration (55.0ppb) followed by the Agbogbloshie market (27.6ppb) and Nima market (21.3ppb). The study identifies a major threat to food safety and calls for attention to good handling and storage of spices to reduce health hazards associated with aflatoxins in the Greater Accra Region.

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Aflatoxin Determination in Selected Spices in The Greater Accra Region, Ghana

Samari¹,

Opoku²,

Lawal³

2022

J. Agr. Food Sci.

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“…Suryawanshi et al (2015) found that T. viride, T. harzianum, T. hamatum and T. virens suppressed S. rolfsii growth by 87.85%, 85.22%, 79.88%, and 82.33%, respectively. Banakar Sahana et al (2017) tested five bioagents and observed the highest inhibition in Trichoderma virens (67%) on 4 days after inoculation (DAI), while T. harzianum and T. viride exhibited 44% and 61% inhibition respectively. On 8 DAI, T. virens achieved the greatest inhibition (70%), followed by T. viride (63%).…”

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“…found that T. viride, T. harzianum, T. hamatum and T. virens suppressed S. rolfsii growth by 87.85%, 85.22%, 79.88%, and 82.33%, respectively. BanakarSahana et al (2017)…”

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Harnessing Trichoderma Spp. For Sustainable Plant Disease Management: Mechanisms, Metabolites and Application Strategies- A Review

Ayyandurai,

Therademani,

Yesu Raja

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THE JAPS

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Trichoderma spp. has emerged as a potent biological control agent (BCA) for managing plant diseases, offering sustainable and eco-friendly alternatives to chemical fungicides. This review explores the multifaceted roles of Trichoderma spp. in plant disease suppression, growth promotion, and induced systemic resistance. The success of Trichoderma spp. as a BCA lies in its diverse mechanisms of action, including mycoparasitism, competition, antibiosis, and induction of systemic resistance. Notably, Trichoderma spp. produce a range of volatile compounds that inhibit plant pathogens while promoting plant growth. Furthermore, their ability to solubilize nutrients, such as iron and phosphate, and produce phytohormones like auxins, contributes to enhanced plant vitality. Molecular characterization has facilitated the identification of various Trichoderma species with distinct biocontrol properties. Application methods, including seed treatment, soil application, and foliar spray, have been developed to optimize the efficacy of Trichoderma-based biocontrol strategies. Overall, Trichoderma spp. exhibited the multiple mode of actions against the pathogens and which used as a versatile and effective biocontrol agent for integrated disease management and sustainable agriculture

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Aflatoxin Determination in Selected Spices in The Greater Accra Region, Ghana

Aflatoxin Determination in Selected Spices in The Greater Accra Region, Ghana

Harnessing Trichoderma Spp. For Sustainable Plant Disease Management: Mechanisms, Metabolites and Application Strategies- A Review

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