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Introduction to Mycology & Agroforestry Systems #2
Taught by Bruce Filacroft of Mendham Mushroom!
By the end of this lecture and field workshop, you will be able to:
Identify several edible and ecologically beneficial wild fungi species in the field
Distinguish among parasitic, saprophytic, and mycorrhizal fungal behaviors
Explain the role of fungi in tree health, soil systems, and agroforestry design
Describe fungal microbiomes and their relationship to plant host systems
Understand how environmental conditions influence fungal secondary metabolite production
Understand primary and secondary metabolite nutrients and their effects on mammalian digestion, immune systems, and hormonal balance