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Keyword: Oyster mushroom

Original Article
Differential growth and productivity of oyster mushroom ( Pleurotus pulmonarius ) on agro-waste substrates in semi-arid regions of Kenya

Purpose Food insecurity and poverty are common challenges in arid and semi-arid regions.  Diversification into low input agriculture like mushroom cultivation can help address these challenges. However, recommended mushroom substrates in Kenya (rice and wheat straws) are not widely available cheaply. Crop residues found in semi-arid areas can serve as alternative substrates, but their efficiency […]

Differential growth and productivity of oyster mushroom ( Pleurotus pulmonarius ) on agro-waste substrates in semi-arid regions of Kenya