Aspergillus flavus infection and aflatoxin production in fig fruits.
Immature fig fruits did not support colonization and aflatoxin production by Aspergillus flavus Lk. but became susceptible when ripe. While sun-drying on the tree, fruits were particularly vulnerable to fungal infection and colonization. Aflatoxin accumulation equaled levels frequently reported for such seeds as peanuts and cereal grains.
D000348:Aflatoxins / Q000096:biosynthesis*; D001231:Aspergillus flavus / Q000254:growth & development* / Q000378:metabolism; D001517:Coleoptera; D005506:Food Contamination; D005516:Food Microbiology; D005638:Fruit; D010945:Plants, Edible / Q000032:analysis
D000348:Aflatoxins