Comparative mycotoxin profiles of Gibberella zeae populations from barley, wheat, potatoes, and sugar beets

A trichothecene biosynthesis gene (TRI)-based PCR assay is employed to analyze a collection of 336 isolates from Gibberella zeae from barley, wheat, potatoes, and sugar beets and determine the toxigenic potential of G. zeae. The findings from the studies might be applied to monitor mycotoxin contamination and to formulate Fusarium head blight (FHB) management strategies for these crops.