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- Title
Pre- and Postharvest Strategies for Pleurotus ostreatus Mushroom in a Circular Economy Approach.
- Authors
Silva, Mafalda; Ramos, Ana Cristina; Lidon, Fernando J.; Reboredo, Fernando H.; Gonçalves, Elsa M.
- Abstract
Mushroom cultivation presents a viable solution for utilizing agro-industrial byproducts as substrates for growth. This process enables the transformation of low-economic-value waste into nutritional foods. Enhancing the yield and quality of preharvest edible mushrooms, along with effectively preserving postharvest mushrooms, stands as a significant challenge in advancing the industry. Implementing pre- and postharvest strategies for Pleurotus ostreatus (Jacq.) P. Kumm (oyster mushroom) within a circular economy framework involves optimizing resource use, minimizing waste, and creating a sustainable and environmentally friendly production system. This review aimed to analyze the development and innovation of the different themes and trends by bibliometric analysis with a critical literature review. Furthermore, this review outlines the cultivation techniques for Pleurotus ostreatus, encompassing preharvest steps such as spawn production, substrate preparation, and the entire mushroom growth process, which includes substrate colonization, fruiting, harvesting, and, finally, the postharvest. While novel methodologies are being explored for maintaining quality and extending shelf-life, the evaluation of the environmental impact of the entire mushroom production to identify areas for improvement is needed. By integrating this knowledge, strategies can be developed for a more sustainable and circular approach to Pleurotus ostreatus mushroom cultivation, promoting environmental stewardship and long-term viability in this industry.
- Subjects
PLEUROTUS ostreatus; CIRCULAR economy; EDIBLE mushrooms; ENVIRONMENTAL impact analysis; MUSHROOMS; LITERATURE reviews
- Publication
Foods, 2024, Vol 13, Issue 10, p1464
- ISSN
2304-8158
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.3390/foods13101464