Download or read book Handbook On Mushroom Cultivation And Processing (With Dehydration, Preservation And Canning) written by Niir Board and published by . This book was released on 2006-10-01 with total page 544 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mushroom has been attracting attention of mankind since ancient times and use of mushroom, as food is as old as human civilization. It is very rich in protein, vitamins and minerals. Unfortunately, it is realised that mushrooms did not receive universal acceptance over the years since a number of naturally growing mushrooms are poisonous. Now the situation has been changed because the cultivated edible mushrooms are totally safe for human consumption.n The present book contains cultivation, processing, dehydration, preservation and canning of various species of mushrooms. It is very useful book for agriculturists, researchers, agriculture universities, consultants etc.