The oyster mushroom is one of the most suitable fungal organism for producing protein rich food from various agro wastes without composting. Oyster mushroom can be grown in the plains and in temperatures ranging from 32 to 38 degrees centigrade. Mushroom, which is pure vegetarian food, is good for diabetic patients. It also has other medicinal properties. It is good for stomach-related ailments like gastric ulcer and has high fibre content and no sugar. It is also rich in protein. Mushroom cultivation has become a profitable business with the produce fetching good returns in the market.
