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PACA Strategy and Thematic Areas of Work

Theme 1| Research Generating and promoting research and technology for the prevention and control of aflatoxins Theme 2| Policies and Regulations: Developing policies, legislation, and standards for the management of aflatoxins Theme 3| Trade: Growing commerce and trade and protecting human health from aflatoxins Theme 4| Building Capacity: Enhancing capacity for effective aflatoxin prevention and control Theme 5| Public Awareness: Increasing public awareness, advocacy, and communication PACA Secretariat Mid-Term Strategic Direction:Within these strategic thematic...

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About Aflatoxin

What is the aflatoxin problem?How do aflatoxins affect human health?How do aflatoxins affect Africa’s food economy? Aflatoxins are highly toxic to humans and animals. Aflatoxin-producing moulds affect grain and other food crops – maize and groundnuts in particular. Millions of people living in Africa are exposed to high, unsafe levels of aflatoxins through their diet. Meanwhile, farmers miss out on export opportunities since their products do not meet international food safety standards. In high doses, aflatoxins can lead to serious illness...

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