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Labour accounts for 44% of the total production cost of mushrooms in Ireland, according to Teagasc

With a farm gate value of €158.6 million and 85% of production exported to the UK, mushrooms remain Ireland’s most valuable horticultural crop — a steady performer in an evolving agricultural landscape. The report published by Teagasc provides an overview...

A Canadian Company Turned Mushroom Stems into a Multimillion-Dollar Business

The Canadian biotechnology company Chinova Bioworks has made it its mission to transform ordinary mushroom stems into an innovative ingredient that is reshaping the food industry. Their flagship product, Chiber™, has become a natural alternative to artificial preservatives, and the...

Mushroom industry in Pennsylvania faces labor shortage as TPS ends for Venezuelan workers

Mushroom farms in Pennsylvania are struggling with labor shortages, and new immigration policies may make it even worse. According to The Conversation magazine, the industry relies heavily on immigrant workers, but many may lose their legal status. This puts pressure...

Sylvan’s latest strains: Bavarian Brown and a sporeless Oyster

Sylvan have annouced the availability of two new mushroom strains – Bavarian Brown and SPX 281. These strains are part of Sylvan’s breeding program and are globally protected. Bavarian Brown is a brown Agaricus strain. After doing well in North...

List of exhibitors at the International Mushroom Days 2025- Xiamen China

The International Mushroom Days 2025 will take place from April 14 to April 16 in Xiamen(Fliport Hotel), China. The event is organized by the China Chamber of Commerce for Foodstuffs and Native Produce (CFNA) and led by Liu Zi Qiang,...

Agaris Ukraine announces plans to offer additional Phase 3 compost volumes

The company Agaris (Ukraine) has announced that it plans to offer its clients additional volumes of Phase 3 compost from both of its facilities—in Ternopil and Cherkasy regions—in the near future. The Uman plant will increase Phase 3 compost production in May, while the Viliya plant in the Ternopil...

Lawmakers introduce bipartisan bill to protect mushroom farmers

On February 27, 2025, Senators John Fetterman and Dave McCormick introduced a bill in the Senate called the Protecting Mushroom Farmers Act. In the House of Representatives, Chrissy Houlahan and Dan Meuser introduced the same bill. The goal is to...

Helen Grogan to retire in March 2025- Teagasc

After 33 years in the mushroom industry, Dr. Helen Grogan will retire in March 2025. According to Teagasc Advisory– Mushroom E-Bulletin 1, February 2025c, she began her career at Horticulture Research International in the UK (1992-2005) and later joined Teagasc...

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Lawmakers introduce bipartisan bill to protect mushroom farmers

On February 27, 2025, Senators John Fetterman and Dave McCormick introduced a bill in the Senate called the Protecting Mushroom Farmers Act. In the House of Representatives, Chrissy Houlahan and Dan Meuser introduced the same bill. The goal is to

Helen Grogan to retire in March 2025- Teagasc

After 33 years in the mushroom industry, Dr. Helen Grogan will retire in March 2025. According to Teagasc Advisory– Mushroom E-Bulletin 1, February 2025c, she began her career at Horticulture Research International in the UK (1992-2005) and later joined Teagasc

20 tons of mushrooms daily in the UAE

The UAE is consuming around 20 tons of mushrooms every day, which adds up to 7,300 tons per year. As demand grows, local farms are working to expand their share of the market while facing challenges that are unique to

Eric van Asselt Steps Down as CEO of CNC Group; Hildo Brilleman to Take Over on April 1st

According to CNC, Eric van Asselt, CEO of the CNC Group, has announced his decision to step down. Hildo Brilleman is set to join as the new CEO on April 1st. With a strong commitment and passion over the last

Hungary’s mushroom consumption up by 60%- József Rácz, Korona Mushroom Union

After a recent mushroom harvesting course, UMDIS visited Fruit Logistica, where we met József Rácz from Korona Mushroom Union, one of Hungary’s leading mushroom producers. Founded in 1990 by Rácz’s father, Korona has grown into a successful family-run business. “Together

Italian mushroom growers are facing compost challenges amid market competition- Giorgio Grespan, Fungi De Treviso

UMDIS Mushroom Agency reached out to to Giorgio Grespan the vice president of Fungi De Treviso, a big mushroom cooperative in Italy. He shared their thoughts on the problems Italian mushroom growers are dealing with. One big challenge is competing

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We just concluded our Mushroom harvesting and organization Course

We just concluded our three-day Mushroom Harvesting and Organization Course at Fungus S.C. Bracia Marciniak Farm in Wioska, Poland on 3–5th February. The farm, which produces over 450 tonnes of mushrooms per month, offered a great learning environment with hundreds

Spain’s mushroom industry  facing tough times

Mushroom cultivation in Spain is in a critical situation. According to FleshPlaza, the industry is struggling with rising costs and challenging weather conditions. The price of straw has shot up, and the spread of pests and diseases has become a

100 tons of champignon weekly from Philippsburg

A large mushroom farm recently opened in Philippsburg, Baden-Württemberg, Germany, as reported by Gombaforum. Located at the outskirts of the town, the newly built industrial halls have been cultivating and harvesting champignon mushrooms for about two weeks. The farm is

Importance of a compost production technologist – Insights from Andrey Repin

Andrey Repin Composting specialist, consultant. When compost yard’s operations appear stable and the quality remains consistent, it’s easy to think everything will continue running smoothly without a compost production technologist. But is this really a safe assumption? The first and

A Family Business with Great Potential: Interview with Yevhen Salovskyi

Fungi Farm, located in the Ternopil region, Ukraine, has been one of the leaders in the Ukrainian mushroom cultivation market for over 20 years. Founded in 2005 by Yaroslav Salovskyi, this family business has become a significant player in Ukraine’s

Schedule for UMDIS Mushroom Growing Course: February 11–13, 2025 at FUNGUS S.C., Poland

UMDIS Mushroom Agency invites mushroom growers, farm owners, managers, and those planning to cultivate button mushrooms on a commercial scale to participate in our Mushroom Growing Course. This hands-on course will take place at FUNGUS S.C., Wioska 2, 64308, Poland,

What makes a great mushroom picker? Insights  from Andriy Gladkih

UMDIS Mushroom Agency recently hosted a webinar with Andriy Gladkih— an expert, consultant and trainer in mushroom harvesting and farm organization. With over 20 years of experience in the industry, Andriy shared practical advice for improving mushroom harvesting practices, technology

How many robots are needed for mushroom harvesting? The number will surprise you!

For decades, mushroom growers have dreamed of robots replacing capricious mushroom pickers. Last year, these dreams began to come true—just slightly, but the trend is visible. Companies like Christiaens, TLT, 4AG, GTL, and others are offering tools for automation or

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