Content of major, minor and toxic elements of different edible mushrooms grown in Mekelle, Tigray, Northern Ethiopia

Valuation of the growth response of oyster (Pleurotus ostreatus) mushroom on partially composted sesame stalk with different blends of wheat straw

“…In contradiction to our study, faster maturation periods of 3 days to 5 days and 3.25 days to 6.00 days since primordium formation were reported by Yohannes et al [14] and Getachew, [ 3 ], respectively. The formation, growth and coloration of mushroom fruiting bodies are directly related to temperature variation, relative humidity and aeration of the mushroom growth room [15 ] . In addition, the varied duration of the maturity could be due the variation of nutrients available in the substrates used for the growth of the mushroom [25].…”

“…Currently, the demand for mushrooms in Ethiopia particularly Tigray is increasing for addressing the region's food security challenges. Various agricultural waste products such as wheat straw, grass, rice straw, barley straw, and bean straw have been used for mushroom cultivation in different parts of the world including Ethiopia [15]; [7]. In Tigray, Ethiopia, these substrates are used for animal feed and are not accessible by mushroom growers at reasonable prices.…”

Effects of mixed agro-residues (corn crop waste) on lignin-degrading enzyme activities, growth, and quality ofLentinula edodes

“…The potential for shiitake to enrich mineral elements and nutrients was a primary focus of our study. 35,36 The T6 formula produced mushrooms with the highest contents of calcium, manganese, and iron and also produced mushrooms with higher contents of other elements except selenium. Iron, copper, and zinc contents were the highest in T5 mushrooms (10% CC, 25% CS, and 45% SD).…”