Research Topic: organic farming

Agaricus bisporus Grown on Sustainable Peat Casing Alternatives—A Systematic Review on Quality Characteristics

This review examines how replacing traditional peat with sustainable alternatives affects button mushroom quality. Researchers analyzed seventeen studies testing materials like composted waste and soil mixes as replacements for peat casing. The findings show that alternative materials can maintain or improve nutritional content and other quality traits, though specific combinations and fungal strains significantly influence outcomes.

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Fruit and Vegetable Production

This editorial reviews research on improving how fruits and vegetables are grown, harvested, and stored. Scientists studied various methods like using special water treatments, different soil mixtures, and natural soil microbes to help plants grow better and produce more nutritious food. New technologies like special cameras can now check fruit quality without damaging them. The research shows that by working together, farmers and scientists can grow healthier, more nutritious fruits and vegetables while reducing the need for chemical inputs.

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