Research Keyword: oyster mushroom

Growth and yield performance of Pleurotus ostreatus (Jacq. Fr.) Kumm (oyster mushroom) on different substrates

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This study tested four different waste materials (cotton seed, paper waste, wheat straw, and sawdust) to grow oyster mushrooms. Cotton seed proved to be the best material, producing more mushrooms in less time and with higher efficiency. The research shows that farmers can use agricultural waste to grow nutritious mushrooms, creating a sustainable income source while reducing environmental pollution.

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Molecular characterization of most cultivated Pleurotus species in sub-western region Nigeria with development of cost effective cultivation protocol on palm oil waste

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This study identified the types of oyster mushrooms being grown by farmers in Nigeria and found that most were being misidentified by their appearance alone. Researchers used DNA testing to correctly identify two main species: P. ostreatus and P. pulmonarius. They also discovered that using palm oil waste mixed with rice bran as growing substrate produced better yields and lower costs than traditional sawdust methods, making commercial mushroom farming more economically viable for farmers.

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A novel dataset of annotated oyster mushroom images with environmental context for machine learning applications

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Researchers have created a large collection of carefully labeled photographs of oyster mushrooms along with environmental data from the farm where they were grown. The dataset includes about 16,000 images showing mushrooms at different stages of growth, captured both day and night, along with measurements of temperature, humidity, and air quality. This resource is designed to help scientists and farmers develop computer programs that can automatically identify mushrooms, determine if they’re ready to harvest, and predict growth patterns.

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Production of β-Glucans by Pleurotus ostreatus: Cultivation and Genetic Background

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Oyster mushrooms (Pleurotus ostreatus) are increasingly popular edible fungi that can grow on various waste materials like agricultural byproducts and food waste, making them both economical and environmentally friendly. These mushrooms produce valuable health-promoting compounds called β-glucans that have immune-boosting and antioxidant properties. Modern scientific techniques, including genetic analysis and artificial intelligence, are being used to optimize cultivation methods and increase production of these beneficial compounds. This sustainable approach to mushroom farming helps reduce waste while providing nutritious and medicinal food products.

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Biodiversity of Bacteria Associated with Eight Pleurotus ostreatus (Fr.) P. Kumm. Strains from Poland, Japan and the USA

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Oyster mushrooms grown in different parts of the world carry diverse communities of bacteria living inside or on their cells. Researchers identified over 34 different types of bacteria in eight oyster mushroom strains from Poland, Japan, and the USA. These bacteria likely help the mushrooms break down wood and may protect them from diseases. This discovery shows that oyster mushrooms are not solitary organisms but rather complex ecosystems hosting beneficial bacterial partners.

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