Manipulating Agaricus bisporus developmental patterns by passaging microbial communities in complex substrates
The cultivation of Agaricus bisporus depends on a delicate balance of microbial interactions in the compost – which provides nutrients, and the casing layer – which supports fruiting.
While some bacteria are known to influence mushroom growth, researchers have had little opportunity to study how entire microbial communities shape developmental patterns.
This study explored whether deliberately altering these microbial communities could shift the way mushrooms develop, with the longer-term goal of improving yield management and sustainability.