Whether you identify them by shade, season, sight or smell, these sensitive fungi are suffering the effects of climate change – or are they? It’s a controversial topic and whether you believe it to be certainty or conjecture, climate change seems to be having an…
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Racketeering, smuggling, fraud, counterfeiting, armed robbery, bribery, assault, raids, trafficking, extortion, tax evasion, corruption, theft, kidnapping and even murder come to mind when talking about mafia, drug lords and triads – not fungus. But there was a black diamond on the market causing havoc on…
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Truffles are a highly sought-after delicacy around the world by chefs and diners alike. And, as with anything in high demand, there is a price tag to match. But why do these price tags vary so much from year to year and sometimes come in more…
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Summer is in full effect, and what better way to spend it than going truffle picking (and eating)? That’s right. It’s truffle season, and you know what that means: truffles on everything. But the sun is out and the skies are blue, and it’s high time…
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There’s no way getting around the fact that fungi can look weird yet enchanting. One type can look like a pair of jelly ears, whilst another looks like a toy you’d play with at the science center. Then there are others that seem to magically…
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As the seasons change, so do the food sources within a forest ecosystem. Many animals enjoy the nuts, saplings, fruits, and berries that are found on the forest floor. However, they also find another highly nutritious food source: fungi. Find out about which animals love…
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Summer is just around the corner, and what could be better than a nice cool ice cream on a hot summers day? Well how about ice cream served up in a variety of mouthwatering ways? While we’ll always love the classic vanilla served with chocolate…
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While summer is the best time to enjoy the sunny outdoors, it’s also the time when stomach bugs are more likely to be picked up. The warm temperature creates the perfect breeding ground for bacteria growth, causing food to go off a whole lot quicker…
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Spring rolling in means we’re thawing out of our cold shells and getting warmed up with some fun social events and get-togethers with friends and family. After hunkering down during the winter, it’s finally time to open our homes, breathe in the fresh air, and…
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The weather is warmer, the sun is out longer, and nature is in full bloom. It must be time for a family spring picnic! After all, picnics are all about enjoying your loved ones’ company and making wonderful memories. In this blog post, we’ll go…
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