Mushrooms Matter

Mushrooms Matter

"It was destined for me to be here," former Bronco Jake Plummer told CBS4's Romi Bean. These days, Plummer is about as far away from a football field as you can get. The former Broncos quarterback spends his days hard at work at the MyCOLove mushroom farm in Fort Lupton.jake-plummer-mushroom-farmer-former-bronco-qb.jpgCBS…
The truffle is a tuberous fungus that grows underground, on the roots of various tree species such as oak, poplar, or hazelnut bushes. Truffles grow from truffle spores that are spread by insects and maggots, among other things. Furthermore, the truffle also uses the nutrients of plants and trees. The…
Mushrooms complement almost any everyday meal — from appetizers and salads to main dishes and sides, mushrooms can be enjoyed in so many ways. Find some of Mushroom Council's best tips and tricks for mushroom preparation here. Select mushrooms that are firm with a fresh, smooth appearance. The surfaces of…
Most women are busy, and taking the time to make healthy food for themselves can be a challenge. Mushrooms are not only great in taste, but also that they hold many health benefits specifically for women. New research has found mushrooms deliver health benefits for all women, including mums-to-be. Australian…
Fungi that decompose plant matter may keep ecosystems healthy, especially after drought The red, orange, and spotted mushrooms that sprout up after it rains are doing more than adding color to the landscape. The fungi that produce them could be keeping the natural world productive and stable, according to a…
Gentle on the Planet Stakeholders across the food product supply chain are increasingly interested in understanding the environmental effects of food production. Mushrooms have a unique growing process unlike any other produce item and are considered “one of the most sustainably produced foods in the United States1.” Consider this: They…
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