Assessment of Microbiological Properties, Mycotoxins, and Heavy Metals in Underprized Raw Kalahari Truffles Sold in Namibia

نویسندگان
Kadhila , N.P. ID 1
Hainghumbi , T.A. ID 2
Embashu , W. ID 3
Nantanga , K.K.M. ID 4
Iipumbu , L. ID 5

1 Multidisciplinary Research Services, University of Namibia

2 Department of Food Science and Systems, Faculty of Agriculture, Engineering and Natural Sciences, University of Namibia

3 Multidisciplinary Research Services, University of Namibia

4 Department of Food Science and Systems, Faculty of Agriculture, Engineering and Natural Sciences, University of Namibia

5 Toxicology and Residue Analysis Section, Central Veterinary Laboratory, Directorate of Veterinary Services-Ministry of Agriculture, Water and Land Reform

doi
10.18502/jfqhc.9.1.9687
چکیده

Background: Kalahari truffle (Kalaharituber pfeilii) is found in the Kalahari desert and nearby regions (Africa). This study assessed the microbiological quality and safety, mycotoxins, and heavy metals contents of raw Kalahari truffle sold in Namibia. Methods: Batches of Kalahari truffles were purchased from informal markets and different vendors in Namibia. ...

کلیدواژه‌ها
Agaricales, Kalaharituber pfeilii, Colony Count, Microbial, Mycotoxins, Metals, Heavy, Namibia