The move comes at a time when the horticulture industry looks to accelerate its automation efforts to benefit Canadian growers. Vineland Research and Innovation Centre (Vineland) has announced the transfer of its patented robotic mushroom harvesting technology to Mycionics, a Canadian agtech company located in Putnam, Ontario. The move comes…

The board of Stichting Champignondagen has announced that the Champignondagen will be organised again. The event for the International Mushroom Sector will take place on 10, 11 and 12 May 2023 in Brabanthallen 's-Hertogenbosch.   The Champignondagen is an excellent opportunity to meet industry colleagues, exchange experiences, expand your relationship network…

The purchase brings Ecovative greater global vertical integration as it expands international production of mycelium materials in fashion, packaging, and food. Ecovative acquires Lambert Europa Spawn and Substrate facility in the Netherlands, expanding global reach for the company's patented mycelium technologies to more than 5 continents. GREEN ISLAND, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ecovative,…

Phorid larvae (Megaselia halterata) are obligate mycelial feeders therefore, the adult flies are not attracted to oviposit in the compost until after spawning. The up to 6 mm long larvae feed on the growing mushroom mycelium but rarely on the fruiting body itself. They can be distinguished from sciarid larvae…

A lack of rain on Vancouver Island this summer and fall is making things difficult for mushroom pickers who are usually able to find a bounty this time of year. Generally, this far into October, collecting mushrooms is literally a walk in the forest. But this year is proving more…

‘fungi stool’ BY satoshi itasaka In an effort to learn more about natural decomposers such as fungi and bacteria, Japanese designer Satoshi Itasaka unveils the ‘Fungi Stool’. As its title suggests, the stainless steel and wood stool is composed of fungi that grow and bloom, like flowers, into mushrooms. ‘It…