Several types/species of organisms are generally present

Additive, synergistic or antagonistic effects

Mycotoxin production is dependent on strain, substrate and presence of competing organisms

nMost clients have adopted the “Precautionary Principle”

The “better safe than sorry” approach

Originally championed by Germany and Nordic countries

One version states: “When an activity raises threats of harm to the environment or human health, precautionary measures should be taken even if some cause and effect relationships are not fully established scientifically.”