Raw Redskin Peanuts & Aflatoxin/Mould

[Guest RJefferies]

I have read that raw peanuts can contain aflatoxin/mould which can be harmful to pigeons. In Europe the amount of aflatoxin permissible is however regulated e.g., "For the protection of animals the EEC has implemented guidelines concerning the percentages of aflatoxin in the feed. The latest EEC guidelines, implemented in 1981, allow a percentage of 0.05 mg/kg when peanuts are retailed loose"

 

I reside in South Africa, and i am sure that the aflatoxin levels in South Africa are not regulated. My problem is this, i would so much love to give my pigeons raw peanuts for the longer distance races, but i am to scared to do it because of the harm that aflatoxin/mould does.

 

Can I overcome this problem by buying shelled raw peanuts and placing them in the microwave or oven for a few minutes to destroy the mould? Does roasted redskin peanuts have any value for the pigeons?

[andy Burgess]

i believe you could , but personally ,if i were you ,i would look to purchase the same via the internet from a human health food scource ,which should surely guarantee a much better base quality . good luck in your search .

[Tony C]

To be on the safe side buy them from a supermarket or health shop. Only feed peanuts fit for human consumption. An alternative is sunflower hearts (shelled sunflower seeds).

[b.massey]

I also give my peanuts a 15-20 second zip in microwave

[William Reid]

I have read that raw peanuts can contain aflatoxin/mould which can be harmful to pigeons. In Europe the amount of aflatoxin permissible is however regulated e.g., "For the protection of animals the EEC has implemented guidelines concerning the percentages of aflatoxin in the feed. The latest EEC guidelines, implemented in 1981, allow a percentage of 0.05 mg/kg when peanuts are retailed loose"

 

I reside in South Africa, and i am sure that the aflatoxin levels in South Africa are not regulated. My problem is this, i would so much love to give my pigeons raw peanuts for the longer distance races, but i am to scared to do it because of the harm that aflatoxin/mould does.

 

Can I overcome this problem by buying shelled raw peanuts and placing them in the microwave or oven for a few minutes to destroy the mould? Does roasted redskin peanuts have any value for the pigeons?

Going to get my self in trouble with other p/b members but any feed you are giving your pigeons and you think

Mould is going to be a problem just add cider vinegar to it . And this is jmo

[Guest IB]

I don't see any point in microwaving - peanuts meant for human consumption are mould-free, buy them.

[sapper756]

I only give my birds peanuts that are sold for human consumptionhttp://forum.pigeonbasics.org/public/style_emoticons/default/emoticon-0138-thinking.gif another benefit is you can have a few your self when feeding the birdshttp://forum.pigeonbasics.org/public/style_emoticons/default/tongue.gif

[Guest The Newbie]

We get ours from Morrisons £1 a packet and they are for humans

[Guest chad3646]

I have read that raw peanuts can contain aflatoxin/mould which can be harmful to pigeons. In Europe the amount of aflatoxin permissible is however regulated e.g., "For the protection of animals the EEC has implemented guidelines concerning the percentages of aflatoxin in the feed. The latest EEC guidelines, implemented in 1981, allow a percentage of 0.05 mg/kg when peanuts are retailed loose"

 

I reside in South Africa, and i am sure that the aflatoxin levels in South Africa are not regulated. My problem is this, i would so much love to give my pigeons raw peanuts for the longer distance races, but i am to scared to do it because of the harm that aflatoxin/mould does.

 

Can I overcome this problem by buying shelled raw peanuts and placing them in the microwave or oven for a few minutes to destroy the mould? Does roasted redskin peanuts have any value for the pigeons?

 

years ago they did a survey on british birds that fed of the garden feeders, they found out the birds that were feeding on the peanuts that were not fit for human consumption there crop,s were so compact with a yellow substance that the died, so beware what kind of peanuts you put in them

[peter pandy]

We get ours from Morrisons £1 a packet and they are for humans

 

And they are best value too.

[maverick]

Use oil its saves you the problems and the worries

[Guest RJefferies]

Thanks Gents :-) Your advice is highly appreciated.