Ergot (Claviceps purpurea) in triticale from France
- Classification
- Alert notification
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- feed materials
- Hazard
- rye ergot (Claviceps purpurea) - {natural toxins (other)}
- Origin
- France
- Notifier
- Belgium
What is this? A plant fungus called ergot has been found in triticale grain from France. Triticale is a mix of wheat and rye.
What's happening? Belgium found too much ergot in triticale grain from France. Ergot can make people or animals sick.
Does this affect me? This warning is for people in Belgium who may have bought this triticale grain.
What should I do? If you have this grain, do not eat it. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you feel sick after eating foods made with it.
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Classification: Alert notification · Risk: Serious · Category: feed materials · Hazard: rye ergot (Claviceps purpurea) - {natural toxins (other)} · Origin: France · Notifier: Belgium
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