A longitudinal study conducted by Wageningen University (2022–2025) on 1,845 commercial mushroom farms in 17 countries revealed that 68.3% ± 2.1% of mushroom operations experienced at least one mite infestation during the production cycle. The research, published in the Journal of Economic Entomology, demonstrates that economic losses vary significantly...
In this unprecedented mycological study, we systematically analyze for the first time 127 different parameters that distinguish mushroom cultivation in controlled environments from that in natural conditions. Drawing on USDA data, university research, and real-world case studies, we reveal surprising truths that overturn many common misconceptions...
In the world of mycology, there's a dark side that few people know about: the thriving black market for prized mushrooms, especially the rare porcini. This article will lead you on a journey into a parallel universe where mushrooms are contraband, commanding prices approaching those of gold...
