Abstract
Barley and other grains are susceptible to fungal contamination during different stages of their production. In this regard, Fusarium graminearum sensu stricto (s.s.) is currently among the major cereal phytopathogens. In addition, as well as causing the disease known as gibberella, this species is a potential mycotoxin producer, mainly type B trichothecenes and zearalenone. Therefore, in…