Aspergillus flavus

Pathogen Type: fungi

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Family:
Trichocomaceae
Genus:
Aspergillus
Aspergillus flavus is found often in hot, humid climates. The presence of fungi does not necessarily imply the presence of toxins. The fungi species can produce aflatoxins on commodities in the field under stress conditions or in storage when high moisture and warm temperature propitiate their growth.