Extent of Microbial Contamination of Refined and Unrefined Vegetable oils sold in South-west Nigeria

Oils constitute a major source of plant-based protein. A major limitation to optimal oil consumption in sub-tropical region is fungal infestation and consequent mycotoxin contamination. Ten refined and eight unrefined vegetable oils were randomly purchase from open markets and screened for microbial...

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Main Authors: Oluwafemi Flora, Oni Eniola Oluyemisi, Kareem Sarafadeen Olateju, Omemu Adebukunola Mobolaji, Kolapo Lawrence Adelodun
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Turkish Science and Technology Publishing (TURSTEP) 2018-04-01
Series:Turkish Journal of Agriculture: Food Science and Technology
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Online Access:http://www.agrifoodscience.com/index.php/TURJAF/article/view/1430