4. Conclusions
AFM1 levels exceeding the EU MRL values were determined in a
total of 27.8% of rawand 9.64% of UHT samples. In samples collected
during February, March, May and June, statistical differences in
mean AFM1 concentrations were observed between raw and UHT
milk samples. In both raw and UHT milk samples, AFM1 concentrations
gradually decreased in the period from May to July. The
incidence of lower AFM1 concentrations in the summer period in
this study confirmed the use of fresh raw feed such as pasture and
grass instead of concentrated feed. Regarding the present results,
the most effective control of raw materials and supplementary
feedstuffs for dairy cattle is required, especially in accordance to the
climatic conditions of the current year.