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  • Bee Friendly Research Update 3

    Bee Friendly Research Update 3

    Greetings fellow Fungiphiles and the Bee-Mushroomed ! This Earth Day we’re excited to share the latest developments in our Bee Friendly™ Research Initiative, originally unveiled by Paul Stamets during the 2014 Bioneers Annual Conference. For those unfamiliar with the story, our...

  • Carbon Dioxide Enrichment Through Decomposition

    Carbon Dioxide Enrichment Through Decomposition

    Horticulturists have long understood the benefits of carbon dioxide (CO2) enrichment in greenhouses and indoor gardens, and CO2 can often be a limiting factor for plant growth. As CO2 concentration rises above ambient levels, net photosynthesis increases. This improves plant fitness and...

  • Reishi Elderberry Tea

    Reishi Elderberry Tea

    From Renee Davis, R&D Coordinator for Fungi Perfecti and Host Defense. This delicious tea is a favorite during the Winter months. The herbs can be found at local herb or natural food stores, or online. 2 cups water 2 tbsp...

  • MycoPesticide Update

    MycoPesticide Update

    In response to the many letters, calls and emails we have received requesting more information about Paul Stamets' research into mycological solutions for insect control, we have put together a MycoPesticide update, with answers to some of the most frequently...

  • The Nutritional Properties of Mushrooms

    The Nutritional Properties of Mushrooms

    Many customers have asked us for more information about mushrooms and nutrition. We are now offering a chart, originally published in Paul Stamets' book Mycelium Running, describing the nutritional content of various mushrooms species. Click on the picture below to view the...

  • Celebrate Decomposition!

    Celebrate Decomposition!

    Humans are experts in their misguided attempts to clean up the environment. Such is the case with our misunderstanding of the importance of decomposition. I wish to help reframe the benefits of fungi with a “Let it Rot” campaign. Rather...

  • Get Associated With Mycorrhizae

    Get Associated With Mycorrhizae

    Say the word “Fungus” and most people think of the familiar white or brightly colored toadstools, puffballs, or bracket fungi on rotting logs. Many picture slimy growths of putrescence, moldy bread, spots on the leaves of their favorite rose and...

  • No Space? No Problem!

    No Space? No Problem!

    Fairly new to the mushroom world, I’ve found it fascinating how fungi can be cultivated in such small spaces. You can successfully produce mushrooms indoors even if you don’t have a laboratory or grow room of your own. Our Certified...

  • Portobello Marsala Steaks

    Portobello Marsala Steaks

    From BobbyDFunGuy Marsala Mushroom SteakIn a small deep pot, combine (Taylor) Marsala wine, equal parts pure organic cane sugar and sea salt to taste. Bring to a flash boil and reduce. Continue adding salt and sugar to taste. Vegan butter or oil...