Corn husk boosts mushroom yield, revolutionizing commercial cultivation methods.
Corn husk was tested as a new material for growing white oyster mushrooms instead of sawdust. Different mixtures of sawdust and corn husk were used to see how well the mushrooms grew. The researchers found that some mixtures with corn husk helped the mushrooms grow faster and produce more fruiting bodies compared to using only sawdust. The best mixture for fast growth was 67% sawdust and 33% corn husk, while the best for fruiting body production was 100% corn husk. This study shows that corn husk can be a good alternative to sawdust for growing white oyster mushrooms.