Wild mushrooms

Recent research in Spain is investigating the potential of edible mushrooms as a substitute for salt in meat products. Excessive salt consumption has been linked to cardiovascular risks, with processed foods, such as meat, being a major contributor to daily salt intake. The meat industry is currently facing the challenge of finding healthier alternatives. read more

W 2024 roku w Niemczech zebrano 75 700 ton pieczarek. Jak informuje Federalny Urząd Statystyczny (Destatis), było to o 2,7 procent mniej niż w poprzednim roku, ale o 5,7 procent więcej niż średnia dziesięcioletnia z lat 2014-2023. Całkowite zbiory grzybów jadalnych to... read more

The total harvest of edible mushrooms in farms with at least 0.1 hectares of production area amounted to 77,700 tons in 2024. The majority of mushroom production, accounting for 97.5%, was attributed to champignons. The remaining harvest volume consisted of oyster mushrooms, shiitake, and... read more

The total harvest of edible mushrooms in operations with at least 0.1 hectares of production area amounted to 77,700 tons in 2024. The majority of the edible mushroom production, accounting for 97.5%, consisted of champignons. The remaining harvest volume was made up of oyster mushrooms, shiitake, and... read more

Mushroom packaging is constantly evolving. For many years, Styrofoam was the industry standard, but farms have started transitioning to recyclable RPET trays. Recently, the industry has also been using various forms of plastic to package mushrooms. read more

This week retailers focused on all things related to spring. Popular Lenten favorites such as cactus pads, mushrooms, and chayote were in demand, and lemons and limes were advertised alongside fish and seafood. Artichokes, leeks, strawberries, Swiss chard, asparagus, and green beans were also featured. read more

Walsh Mushrooms is planning to build a £10 million state-of-the-art mushroom-growing facility in Worcestershire. read more

This year, the Association of German Mushroom and Specialty Mushroom Growers (BDC) was able to participate as an associate member and present the challenges and achievements of specialty mushroom cultivation. The BDC presented mushroom cultivation in the flower hall as vividly as possible: from the read more

Retailers extended a helping hand to shoppers at the checkout this week with discounts on popular produce items. Grapes were the most prominently advertised fruit, closely followed by strawberries and blackberries. Among the top vegetable choices were russet potatoes, asparagus, and mushrooms. read more

"While sales of white mushrooms are decreasing, we are observing a slight increase in the demand for chestnut mushrooms. In certain countries and sales channels, chestnut mushrooms are already surpassing white mushrooms in sales. We see this as a positive trend, as chestnut mushrooms have an attractive appearance and maintain" read more

Zapotrzebowanie na egzotyczne grzyby w Kanadzie niedawno wzrosło. „W ciągu ostatnich sześciu miesięcy zauważyliśmy znaczną poprawę naszych sprzedaży” - mówi Steven Rotiroti, współwłaściciel firmy Holburne Mushroom Farm Limited z Queensville w Ontario, dodając, że jego zdaniem jest to odzwierciedlenie poprawy w... read more

Mushrooms are incredibly versatile, and not just in the kitchen. They are increasingly becoming the focus of researchers and start-ups, especially when it comes to finding meatless alternatives for sustainable and healthy food. The demand is there. read more

The mushroom sector in Europe plays a central role in supplying fresh mushrooms to the continental market, with 98% of domestic consumption coming from European producers. However, the recent introduction of EU Regulation 2025/40, which imposes strict restrictions on the use of single-use read more

W tym okresie roku Czarne Trąby, Żółtonóżki i Jeżowe grzyby są zazwyczaj szeroko dostępne w Północnej Kalifornii i Oregonie. "To trzy główne gatunki dostępne zimą" - mówi Joe Salvo, prezes Ponderosa Mushrooms z Kolumbii Brytyjskiej, Kanada. W tym sezonie zimowym, read more

"Zapotrzebowanie na grzyby nie jest już tak duże jak podczas okresu świątecznego, ale nadal jest silne" - powiedział pan Daniil Spanos, dyrektor generalny firmy pakującej grzyby Manitou z siedzibą w Salonikach, Grecja. "Ceny są nadal wysokie dla importowanych grzybów z Polski. Myślę, że jest to związane...". read more

The Rural Development Administration has been focusing on the development of yellow oyster mushrooms, a variety known for its potential health benefits such as reducing blood pressure and enhancing immunity. This type of mushroom is mainly cultivated in Korea, East Asia, and Russia. read more

The mushroom industry reflects on 2024 with mixed feelings: while breeding farms continue to be impacted by high energy, wage, and logistics costs, there is also strong demand for various mushroom products such as button mushrooms, exotic mushrooms, and forest mushrooms. read more

Europe's mushroom cultivation is a strategic agricultural sector that blends tradition with innovation. This sector produces approximately one million tonnes of mushrooms annually, offering a significant source of income for thousands of farmers. Additionally, mushrooms provide a healthy and sustainable food product. read more

Starting from January 1st, 2025, an important obligation for the food sector has come into effect: the indication of the origin for shelled and dried nuts, such as hazelnuts, almonds, pistachios, and dried figs, as well as for some fresh-cut products, including non-cultivated mushrooms, saffron, and... read more

The Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology (Empa) have announced the development of a battery powered by mushrooms, marking a significant advancement in microbial fuel cell technology. This groundbreaking project harnesses the metabolic processes of two different types of fungi to produce electricity. read more