Fungi and Maize Seed Biodeterioration in storage..

Abstract

Fungi and biodeterioration of maize seed in storage under different conditions were studied. The results showed that among the high moisture content (16.6%) seeds, Aspergillus spp were the main fungi, but in seeds with medium and low moisture content (13.6%, 10.3%) Rhyzopus, Aspergillus, Fusarium and Penicillium species are common. It was also found that stored seed contained aflatoxin (0--7.66 ng/g). Aflatoxin and the like could affect seed viability, germination and vigor.