September through October is the start of the harvest period for different types of grains in many countries around the world. Specifically corn, late wheats, oats, barley and rye are mainly harvested this season in areas such as Europe, North America and China. Harvesting is followed by storage, which with the right temperatures and humidity can lead to raised mycotoxin production. Year after year, meeting strict mycotoxin limits remains a core challenge for food and feed producers. ProGnosis Biotech offers the ideal solutions with its lateral flow options, designed for accuracy and speed.
Regulation in the EU:
The following table has been compiled according to Regulations (EU) 2023/915, 2024/1022 and 2024/1038:
Regulations in the US:
The following table has been compiled according to "CPG Sec. 555.400, the Advisory Levels for DON (FDA, 2010)", the "Fumonisin Levels in Human Foods and Animal Feeds: Draft Guidance", the "FDA-Mycotoxins (overview & compliance resources)" and the "Guidance for Industry: Fumonisin Levels in Human Foods and Animal Feeds":
Notes: U.S. values shown are action/advisory/guidance (not MLs). Exact limits differ by matrix because processing can concentrate or reduce mycotoxins and because exposure/vulnerability vary by end use, leading regulators to set stricter thresholds for higher-risk products (e.g., infant foods).
ProGnosis Biotech’s rapid mycotoxin portfolio
ProGnosis Biotech’s portfolio combines simple extractions and protocols, portable analysis, and validated accuracy across all key mycotoxins: Aflatoxins, Zearalenone, Deoxynivalenol, Ochratoxin, Fumonisins, T2-HT2.
Symmetric ES: for complex or heterogeneous matrices
- Organic solvent extraction to handle challenging samples such as mixed animal feed or matrices prone to interference.
- Same extraction method and protocol for all mycotoxins, allowing multiple analysis.
- High sensitivity: Extremely low LOQs for those that require sensitive determination of toxins.
Quantum Mycotoxins: ultra-fast, portable & easy-to-use
- USDA/FGIS-approved options available for DON, Fumonisin, and Total Aflatoxin.
- Cassette format and convenient protocol, optimized for on-site use.
- 1 Green extraction and protocol for all mycotoxins.
- Ultra-fast results, with negative results available in 30-120 seconds.
Android app and readers
ProGnosis Biotech provides an advanced Android Mobile App that connects with the portable 3PR mini reader to extract results and help decision-making in the field or while receiving the grains at your facility. These tools complement both Symmetric and Quantum lateral flow tests, helping teams document and share results without delay. The portable 3PR mini scans 3 lateral flow strips or one cassette at a time, while the lab-based S-flow Reader can scan 6 strips and 4 cassettes. Both readers allow multi-toxin reading for lateral flow strips at the same time, meaning that with only one scan, results can be extracted for up to 3 (with the 3PR mini reader) or 6 (with the S-flow reader) toxins.
Trusted in feed safety programs
ProGnosis Biotech supports grain and feed safety programs worldwide, partnering with leading animal feed producers to ensure reliable mycotoxin determination. One such partner is Serbia’s animal feed manufacturer BIMAL BEČEJKA from the BIMAL GROUP. In the following testimonial (in Serbian with English subtitles), their team shares why they chose to rely on ProGnosis Biotech’s Symmetric Total ES for accurate and consistent mycotoxin determination.
Main references
Regulation (EU) 2023/915 - consolidated text
Regulation (EU) 2024/1022 - DON amendments
Regulation (EU) 2024/1038 - T-2/HT-2 MLs
Regulation (EU) 2023/915 - OJ entry
CPG Sec. 555.400 - Aflatoxins in Human Food
Advisory Levels for DON (FDA, 2010)
Fumonisin Levels in Human Foods and Animal Feeds - Draft Guidance
FDA - Mycotoxins (overview & compliance resources)
Guidance for Industry: Fumonisin Levels in Human Foods and Animal Feeds
