Recent data from Teagasc shows that in 2024, the farm gate value of the Irish mushroom sector increased to €158.6 million. This was driven by an increase in production (from 68,284 tonnes in 2023 to 70,145 tonnes of mushrooms in

With a farm-gate value of €158.6 million, the mushroom industry is the largest horticultural sector in Ireland, accounting for 50% of the country’s total horticultural exports. Around 68,000 tons of mushrooms are produced annually, with 85% of this production exported

Recently, UMDIS conducted a growing course at FUNGAR Farm in Italy, where we met Javier Sanchez from Abrantes Mushroom in Chile. He shared insights into the country’s mushroom market and how their family business has developed over the years. Abrantes

From April 28 to 30, 2025, UMDIS held a practical mushroom growing course at FUNGAR Farm, Italy. The training was led by UMDIS consultant Iurie Boiciuc, focusing on techniques needed for high yields and quality in mushroom cultivation. The training

Many facilities in the mushroom growing industry such as tunnels in compost yards, growing halls, and cold rooms are built from sandwich panels. Often, these were constructed many years ago. Over time, leaks and other problems can show up. The

UMDIS attended the recent International Mushroom Days 2025 in Xiamen, China (April 14–16). After the event, we had the opportunity to speak with Douglas Zhao, Vice President of the China Chamber of Commerce of Foodstuffs and Native Produce, CNFA. Zhao