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Low cost paper-based strip tests for detection of mycotoxins in grains

Posted on 14.02.2022 | Last Modified 14.02.2022
Lead Researcher (PI): Maria DeRosa
Institution: Agriculture & Agri-Food Canada
Total WGRF Funding: $56,235
Co-Funders: Agriculture Development Fund, Alberta Wheat Commission, Manitoba Crop Alliance, Saskatchewan Wheat Development Commission
Start Date: 2021
Project Length: 3 Years
Objectives:

To develop a simple, inexpensive, strip-based test for mycotoxin (Fumonisin B1, Aflatoxin B1, and DON) alone and in combination.