I joined the MMS Passport Program almost as soon as I joined MMS. It was a way to get involved while building identification skills and documenting my finds in a thoughtful, hands-on way. What appealed to me most was the…
A Message from the MMS President Update on the Legislative Sustainable Foraging Task Force Thank you to everyone who helped advocate for the creation of the Legislative Sustainable Foraging Task Force. Your outreach to legislators was instrumental in getting it…
Forest disturbances can affect mycorrhizal communities, even when these disturbances do not directly impact the soil.1-5 I am studying this relationship between disturbance and mycorrhizae by planting sterile tree seedlings and seedlings inoculated with mycorrhizal fungi in sites with different…
It’s that time of year again folks! Yes, it’s MMS Photo Contest time 😃 📸 Our photo contest is an annual event where we enjoy and learn from mushroom photography by our members. It’s never too early to start taking…
Love mushrooms? Love to cook? Do you love to show off your culinary creations? Our Mushroom Recipe Photo Contest is for YOU!
One of the best aspects of chanterelles compared to many other mushrooms is that they can be stored for days in the refrigerator in a paper bag.
The Midwest is known for many things – unique accents, blizzards, and corn fields. However, many are unaware of the region’s growing grape industry. What started as a Wisconsinite’s fun project of…
From beneficial partners to harmful pathogens, fungi play diverse roles in ecosystems. This article on Corn Tar Spot is a 4-minute read.
Whether you’re a seasoned mycophile or just starting to explore the fungal frontier, we’d love to have you join us at the State Fair! You don’t need to be a mushroom expert to volunteer, just an MMS member—you’ll be surprised…
