‘It didn’t seem real’: the Black mushroom hunters unearthing the US’s essential fungi
PolicySaturday, May 16, 2026The Guardian

‘It didn’t seem real’: the Black mushroom hunters unearthing the US’s essential fungi

The article highlights the cultural and ecological significance of mushroom foraging among Black communities in the US, emphasizing mycology as a means of connection to the land and the African diaspora. It underscores the need for policy support to preserve these practices and promote sustainable foraging.

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