There is a perfect time for every mushroom, a hidden harmony between soil, climate and mycelium that only the most expert hunters truly know. Seasonality in mycology is not a simple calendar, but a complex environmental symphony that varies from valley to valley...
In the world of mushroom cultivation, there are silent threats that can compromise months of work: among these, the Laminated Cap Virus (LCV) is one of the most insidious. This pathogen, still little studied in amateur circles, affects the mycelium and deforms the fruiting bodies, leading to significant economic losses for growers...
In the fascinating world of mycology, few things are as disappointing as discovering that your mushroom harvest has been affected by soft rot, the softening process that turns firm tissue into a shapeless mass. This article was born out of a need to provide a definitive resource on the phenomenon, combining up-to-date scientific research with practical applications for foragers, growers, and enthusiasts.
For mushroom growers and mycology enthusiasts, Pseudomonas represents one of the most insidious and persistent adversaries. This guide was born from the need to provide a scientific but practical approach to the management of this bacterial disease, combining academic research with the field experience of expert growers.
Natural fertilizer: it allows you to better manage crops without polluting the soil, but did you know that the new agricultural revolution today starts with mushrooms? Let's find out together how...
When we think of vitamin C, our minds immediately turn to juicy citrus fruits, vibrant kiwis, or colorful wild berries. However, there is an unexpected and often overlooked source of this essential nutrient: the mushroom kingdom...
Shikimic acid is one of the organic molecules of great scientific interest, present in various plant and fungal species. Although it is best known for its role in the synthesis of the antiviral drug Tamiflu®, this compound boasts a fascinating history and surprising applications in the field of mycology and natural medicine...
Today we explore an often overlooked but fascinating aspect of the fungal world: animals that eat mushrooms. This phenomenon, called mycophagy, involves a surprising variety of creatures, from insects to mammals, each with unique strategies for exploiting this food resource...
In the underground world of forests, where mycelium spreads like a living spiderweb, fungi develop sophisticated communication networks that defy our understanding of biological intelligence. Recent studies reveal that these often overlooked organisms possess an electrochemical "language" that can convey information about dangers, resources, and even coordinate complex behaviors.
Imagine you followed all the rules for growing perfect mushrooms: sterilized substrate, 90% humidity, controlled temperature. Yet, your mushrooms grow deformed, with thin stems and stunted caps. What went wrong?
