Kitty F. Cardwell presents mycotoxins: a hidden factor in child stunting
Channel: Global Donor Platform for Rural Development
Date: 2013-07-02

Virtual briefing__The socioeconomic situation of many people in developing countries exposes them to mycotoxin contaminated products -- either by food consumption or through contact in different points of the food chain. A synergistic effect between mycotoxin exposure and growth faltering in weaning children has been detected.
 
Kitty Cardwell, National Program Leader of the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture focuses on following aspects in her presentation:

 • What exactly are mycotoxins
 • Afflicted crops
 • Primarily affected countries
 • Demonstrating critical impact on child stunting
 
The virtual briefing is moderated by Lynn Brown, World Bank.

This virtual briefing is the first of two. The second one will focus on strategies to address mycotoxin problems.