Mycotoxins

Mycotoxins are produced by certain moulds commonly found in forages, mixed feed, grains and bedding, and are generally referred to as being of either ‘field’ (Fusarium and Endophyte toxins) or ‘storage’ (Penicillium and Aspergillus) origin. They are implicated in a variety of acute equine health problems which can include liver disease, colic, hypersensitivity, abortions and neurological disorders. Chronic cases can lead to cumulative effects such as damage to organ function, reduced growth, infertility and respiratory problems.

Rossdales has formed an innovative partnership with leading animal nutrition company Alltech to raise awareness and provide a comprehensive solution to the much-underestimated problem of mycotoxins in horses. Further information about this is available here.

From a simple-to-use testing kit, over 50 different mycotoxins can be detected. The testing kit is one of the most comprehensive commercially available tests for mycotoxin contamination available in the UK, and is unique in its reporting of results.

Testing kits are available free of charge by emailing laboratory@rossdales.com.

The turnaround time for results is 10 days.

To discuss our Mycotoxin Service, contact Emily Floyd by email, or by telephone on 01638 577754.