Use of Organic Residues in Edible Mushroom Production [ 2002-02-26 - 2004-04-26 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: David Catcheside (Chief Investigator) ,  Dr Nick McClure (Chief Investigator) ,  Prof John Wheldrake (Chief Investigator)

Brief description Use of Organic Residues in Edible Mushroom Production. The aims are to develop growth and casing materials for mushroom production based on organic wastes. Casing peat is the most expensive raw ingredient used in mushroom production and there are major concerns over supply due to increasing environmental concerns in supplier countries and quarantine issues such as the recent foot and mouth outbreak in Europe. This project will develop alternatives to imported peats as casing materials and investigate a range of organic residues which can be used as basic growth media for button and exotic mushrooms. This will increase the viability and sustainability of the mushroom industry in Australia.

Funding Amount $45,090

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