Safeguard Mushroom Yields: Combat Rising Temperatures for Bumper Harvests
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Rising Heat Threatens Mushrooms: Saharanpur Farmers Get Expert Tips for Bumper Harvest
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News18•16-03-2026, 12:18
Rising Heat Threatens Mushrooms: Saharanpur Farmers Get Expert Tips for Bumper Harvest
•Rising temperatures pose a significant threat to delicate mushroom crops, especially in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh, a top producer.
•Agricultural expert Dr. I.K. Kushwaha advises using a fogger to spray a fine mist of cold water to maintain optimal temperature.
•Farmers must prevent hot air entry into mushroom rooms and design structures for cool air circulation to avoid spoilage.
•Indigenous methods include spraying water on earthen floors or on sacks laid on paved floors to cool the internal environment.
•These measures are crucial for Saharanpur's youth, who are increasingly turning to profitable mushroom farming, ensuring a bumper harvest even in summer.
