Potential Protein Production from Lignocellulosic Materials Using Edible Mushroom Forming Fungi

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Abstract

There is a need for new protein sources to feed the world in a sustainable way. Converting non-food-grade “woody” side streams into food containing proteins will contribute to this mission. Mushroom forming fungi are unique in their capability to convert lignocellulosic substances into edible biomass containing protein. Especially if substrate mycelium can be used instead of mushrooms, this technology could be a serious contribution to addressing the protein challenge. In this Perspective, we discuss challenges toward production, purification, and market introduction of mushroom mycelium based foods.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)4450-4457
Number of pages8
JournalJournal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry
Volume71
Issue number11
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 22 Mar 2023

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  1. SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth
    SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth
  2. SDG 12 - Responsible Consumption and Production
    SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production

Keywords

  • biobased economy
  • circular economy
  • food products
  • lignocellulose conversion
  • mushroom
  • protein transition
  • substrate mycelium

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