Blue-eye fungus

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-003492",
  "term": "Blue-eye fungus",
  "field": "Environment",
  "term_source": "Blue-Eye Fungus",
  "definition": "Blue-eye mold occurs in stored corn with high moisture content. Blue-eye damage is caused by species of Penicillium and is characterized by a blue-green discoloration in the germ area. The discoloration results when Penicillium fungi invade the germ area through the tip of the kernel.",
  "subject": "Biological substances",
  "references": [
    "USDA Grain Fungal Diseases & Mycotoxin Reference at http://archive.gipsa.usda.gov/pubs/mycobook.pdf"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/blue-eye-fungus/"
}