Proof of concept: could snake venoms be a potential source of bioactive compounds for control of mould growth and mycotoxin production

Abstract

Significance and Impact of this Study: In all, 10 different snake venoms were examined as new sources of natural crop protection compounds. Using a Bioscreen C rapid assay optical density approach, it was possible to screen and identify snake venoms and fractions which could inhibit growth and/or mycotoxin production by five different mycotoxigenic filamentous fungi. This is a promising source of natural bioactive compounds for future agro-industry applications.