21 Nov Paddy Straw Mushroom Cultivation : livelihood opportunity for Odisha farmers
धान के पुआल मशरूम की खेती: ओडिशा के किसानों के लिए आजीविका का अवसर Mushroom is known as white vegetable or boneless vegetarian meat. They are rich source of protein, fiber, vitamins and minerals and low in calories, carbohydrates, fat, sodium and cholesterol. FAO recognizes mushrooms as the right source of protein to fight protein malnutrition. The ancient Romans perceived mushroom as “Food of the Gods”. Mushrooms are recognized as immunity booster with numerous health benefits and have unique taste. In India, about 500 million tons crop residues are generated annually out of which 92 million tons is burned (NPMCR, 2014). Mushroom cultivation offers an eco-friendly sustainable approach of agriculture residue management and...