Correlation of Aflatoxin Production on Wheat Seed Varieties with Their Protein and Sugar Constituents

Infestation of seeds of selected wheat varieties with a highly toxigenic strain ofAspergillusflavus under laboratory conditions resulted in varying levels of aflatoxin B production. Biochemical analysis showed that the varieties containing higher levels of protein and sugar showed resistance against the production of aflatoxin B1 in them, whereas the varieties with lesser amount of protein and sugar were more prone to aflatoxin B production. Significant changes were observed in the sugar and protein levels. Total sugar content enhanced whereas the protein content decreased significantly in the selected varieties. Correlation analysis showed negative correlation between aflatoxin level and protein/sugar content.