Science & Technology articles.
Mushroom News publishes a series of peer reviewed scientific
articles entitled, "Science and Technology" which deals with
all aspects of adaptive and basic research on edible mushrooms. Papers
to . . .
Does anaerobic compost contribute to the growth and development
of Trichoderma Green Mold?(pest control)
Observations made over the years at farms in Pennsylvania and
elsewhere have suggested that certain mushroom composting (Phase I
and/or Phase II) characteristics were often associated with . . .
Imazalil sulfate as an alternative spawn and supplement treatment
for green mold disease.(pest control)
Trichoderma aggressivum f. aggressivum (Ta2) causes the most
devastating form of green mold disease on cultivated mushrooms (Agaricus
bisporus) in North America. This disease reached epidemic . . .
Pests, problems & Penn State.(Editorial)
Our Pest Control issue looks at familiar problems by familiar
contributors. Penn State researchers provide us with new ways of looking
at old problems, help us solve persistent problems and provide . . .
19th NAMC--sponsors.(National Agricultural Marketing
Council)(List)
PLATINUM
Amycel[R]
Spawn Mate[R]
Sylvan
GOLD
Mushroom Compost, Inc.
LAMBERT
USI[R]
Colburn Insurance Service
SILVER
Giorgi
Mushroom Co.
Unicorn Import & Manufacturing Corp.
. . .
Mushroom import report compiled from department of commerce trade
data services Washington, D.C.--reporting month November 2006.
Mushroom Import Report Compiled from Department of Commerce Trade Data
Services Washington, D.C.--Reporting Month November 2006
Nov 2006 2006 YTD Nov 2005 2005 . . .
Mushrooms carry the Best Life mark of approval.(mushroom News
flash)(Brief article)
Mushrooms are one of two produce items to carry the Best Life mark
of approval. Bob Greene, author of The Best Life Diet, recommends
bolstering your diet with fresh mushrooms. "From Portabella . . .
Nutrition labeling evaluation underway in the UK.(mushroom News
flash)(Brief article)
UK experts in nutritional and market research will evaluate
nutrition labeling according to a report in http://www.foodnavigator.com
Front-of-pack nutritional labeling is used by most major . . .
PDA invites officials to planning workshops.(mushroom News
flash)(Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture)
Pennsylvania township, borough and county officials are invited to
learn more about agricultural law and regulations by attending one of
six "Planning for Agriculture" workshops to be held in . . .
Upcoming events.(Brief article)(Calendar)
2007
June 10-12
49th Mushroom Industry Conference
The Pennsylvania State University * 814/865-8301
Sept. 23-27
4th International Medicinal Mushroom Conference (IMMC)
Ljubljana. . . .
Developing new markets and uses for mushrooms.(mushroom council
update)
I recently received an email from Paul Stamets, a colleague from
the medicinal mushroom segment, with news about his latest patent:
mushroom based bio-pesticides currently under review with the . . .
NCAE annual meeting held in D.C.(ami update)(National Council of
Agricultural Employers)
The National Council of Agricultural Employers (NCAE) annual
meeting was held January 23-25 in Washington, DC. The meeting included a
number of sessions on topics of interest to agricultural . . .
Times they are a changin'.(spore prints)(American mushroom
industry)
The American mushroom industry has a well-defined reputation. We
are generally known around the world as very high volume growers with
minimal attention to producing quality product. I hate to say . . .
Printers as jacks of all trades.(personal computing)
Just as personal computers have become more versatile over the
years, so have personal printers. Multifunction printers combine
printing with copying, scanning, and faxing in one unit, and . . .
Mushrooms featured at the PA Farm Show & Inaugural
Ball.(Industry news)(Pennsylvania)
Mushrooms along with other agricultural products were featured in
recipes, cooking demonstrations and commodity competitions at the
January Pennsylvania Farm Show and Inaugural Ball.
The . . .
PA farm receives national safety & quality
certification.(business issues)(Phillips Mushroom Farms)
Phillips Mushroom Farms, Kennett Square, PA, is the first mushroom
farm in the nation to receive a Good Agricultural Practices (GAP)
certification, PA Agriculture Secretary Dennis Wolff recently . . .
The changing picture on minimum wage.(business issues)
Employers consistently read advisories and bulletins alerting them
to proposed legislation that would amend the federal or state minimum
wage. Discussions and worries about increased payroll . . .
Health care assessments, wellness & costs: risk assessments
are first step to cost-saving wellness initiatives.(business
issues)
Common sense tells us that, generally, individuals in better health
are likely to have lower overall health care costs. Yet, employers
sometimes balk at implementing programs aimed at employee . . .
No crystal ball necessary: manage your business by looking
ahead.(business issues)
The next time you get into your car, try this: fold out one of
those cardboard sun shades over the inside of your front windshield,
then drive to your destination by only looking into the rear . . .
Make way for business.(editor's note)(Editorial)
No Crystal Ball Necessary: Manage Your Business by Looking Ahead by
Jay Shannon says business owners need to know plans for the future as
well as historical information before they apply for a . . .
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