Atoxigenic-based technology for biocontrol of aflatoxin in maize and groundnuts for Tanzania

Application of biocontrol products containing atoxigenic isolates Aspergillus flavus to reduce aflatoxin content in crops is an effective strategy for managing several regions throughout the world. We report development and validation two products, Aflasafe TZ01 TZ02, use maize groundnut Tanzania, a country frequently affected by contamination. Each product contains four A. genotypes native widely distributed Tanzania. Efficacy tests on were conducted over years Tanzania where contamination prevalent. both significantly (P<0.05) reduced levels all districts. No differences observed total section Flavi population treated untreated fields, revealing that application do not alter overall populations environment. The results indicate are tools mitigation maize. officially registered 2018. Currently, there scale-out and-up efforts through private sector company making available farmers. Protecting from can result health, income, trade benefits.