This research explored using corn stalks, an abundant agricultural waste product in China, as a growing medium for edible mushrooms instead of traditional sawdust. The study found that mixing corn stalks with sawdust actually improved mushroom production while maintaining quality, offering a sustainable solution for both mushroom growers and agricultural waste management. Impacts on everyday life: – Provides a more sustainable and cost-effective way to grow nutritious mushrooms – Helps reduce agricultural waste and environmental pollution from burning crop residues – Could lead to lower mushroom prices due to reduced production costs – Supports environmental conservation by reducing dependence on wood materials – Creates new value from agricultural waste products