When one of my children decided to become vegan, the search began for protein-rich foods that didn’t contain animal products. We quickly discovered mushrooms were a great source of protein. …

Morel mushrooms are a special treat around the world. The rich, nutty-meaty flavor of a morel combines beautifully with most meats and veggies but is also tasty sauteed alone. Feasting …

Can Mushrooms Produce Sound? We humans can’t help it: we are enraptured by music. We like to find music in the wind, the birds, the rain, and even the insects. …

It’s common knowledge that fungi can break down organic matter, but what about solid rock or metal? I heard about recent studies on rock-eating fungi, so I had to find …

If you’re new to mushrooms, you’ve probably never seen oyster mushrooms outside of your local grocery store’s produce section, even though they’re one of the easiest varieties of mushrooms to …

You can easily stock up on oyster mushrooms from your local market, but this delectable ingredient can also be grown right in your own home. It may sound like a …

While shopping at the local farmer’s market, I needed mushrooms for a stir fry. Shiitake was my first choice until I saw the prices. For one meal, I would need …

During my weekly farmer’s market visit, I was shocked at how much more expensive oyster mushrooms are compared to other types of mushrooms. In fact, they are one of the …

For many years it was thought that only non-mushroom-forming fungi could survive underwater. Non-mushroom-forming fungi were found living under the surface of great blue lakes, oceans, and even rivers. Because …

Mushrooms require some experience to cultivate successfully. This includes knowing the amount of light and water the plant needs and how to expose them to these elements. Since mushrooms need …