In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Dr. Jennifer Duringer from Oregon State University shares expert insight into mycotoxins in animal feed and how they impact livestock safety and productivity. She explains testing strategies, storage best practices, and how climate and geography influence contamination risks. Discover essential tools and guidance for producers to minimize toxin exposure. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Mycotoxins are toxic compounds made by fungi that harm mammals consuming contaminated feed."

Meet the guest: Dr. Jennifer Duringer earned her PhD in Toxicology from Oregon State University, where she also completed her BS in Zoology and BA in International Studies. She is currently an Assistant Professor (Senior Research) and Director of the Endophyte Service Laboratory at Oregon State University. Her research focuses on food safety, the toxicology of plant and fungal compounds, and endophyte mycotoxin testing in livestock feed.

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What will you learn: 

• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:53) Introduction
• (03:57) Understanding mycotoxins
• (05:58) Feed testing guidance
• (07:22) Sampling best practices
• (14:55) Global toxin standards
• (19:60) Current toxicology research
• (26:17) Final Questions

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