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Spent casing, Sphagnum moss, grass fibers, and green compost as peat alternatives in casing soils for Agaricus bisporus cultivation

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Button mushrooms are commonly grown on peat-based soil, but peat extraction damages important ecosystems. This study tested several alternative materials including spent mushroom substrate, moss, processed grass fibers, and compost as peat replacements. Researchers found that up to 75% of peat could be replaced with these alternatives while maintaining mushroom yield and preventing disease, offering promising sustainable options for commercial growers.

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Bacterial Cellulose for Scalable and Sustainable Bio-Gels in the Circular Economy

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Bacterial cellulose is a naturally produced material that offers an eco-friendly alternative to plastics and synthetic fabrics. Scientists are developing efficient ways to produce it using waste products from food and agricultural industries through fermentation with special bacteria. This approach not only creates useful materials for textiles, packaging, and medical applications but also helps reduce environmental waste. The technology is advancing rapidly with genetic engineering techniques that can increase production yields and customize the material properties for different uses.

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Spent casing, Sphagnum moss, grass fibers, and green compost as peat alternatives in casing soils for Agaricus bisporus cultivation

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Researchers tested alternative materials to replace peat in the soil layer used for growing button mushrooms. They found that moss and compost could replace up to 75% of peat without reducing mushroom yields, though grass-based materials were less effective. The study shows it is possible to move toward more sustainable mushroom farming while maintaining productivity and controlling plant diseases.

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