From the PresidentScientifi c networks vital I’m very pleased to announce that we
Facilitating and supporting the communication of science relating to have forged a new collaboration with
could hear about the latest research, and growers could provide are now holding in your hands. As you
the mushroom industry is a key objective of ISMS. ISMS was founded on market leading magazine Mushroom
the principle of scientists and growers getting together so that industry Business, the latest copy of which you
feedback about the production problems they were facing and discuss know, the ISMS informed its members
the application of the research findings presented. Another important in the past through our Mushrooms
outcome was the opportunity for scientists to get together to discuss International Newsletter in print, and
science and collaboration. These outcomes were, and still are, the dri- from 2006 – 2008 as an e-newsletter.
ver for the ISMS congresses. The next one is in Amsterdam in May 2016 For several reasons, this publication
– please put the date in your calendar now and start planning to attend. has been discontinued.
Greg Seymour at the recent AMGA conference in Sydney, raising awa- reness for the ‘Mushrooms go Pink campaign’.
Communication of science and scientific collaboration is of great In recent years, ISMS has worked with the publisher of Mushroom Business the mushroom industry, it is essential that those that remain are utilized to their maximum potential.
pliers represented. So it makes sense that the science that underpins fthose technologies hould have a global platform too. That’s where and online. So from now on, you will find ISMS contributions on this page, iIncreasingly, the basic science that underpins technical innovation in share, please mail to the editor:
ushroombusiness.com
ISMS has a role.
nforming you on everything we are up to. If you have any news you want to the industry and supports our market growth, is occurring in disci-
rploel@mines outside of mushroom biology. Consequently, it is essential that our industry has a global structure and communication capability that
Cheers, Greg Seymour, ISMS President.
Mushrooms and Health Bulletin The latest issue of the Mushrooms and Health Global Initiative Bulletin (nr 15), was published on August 15, 2012. If you haven’t received the issue, be sure to sign up to get it in your mailbox directly next time, or read it on our website:
www.isms.biz/bulletins-s106/ Mary Jo Feeney, Editor
info@mushroomsandhealth.com
allows scientists from different backgrounds to come together and col- laborate where it makes sense.
The vast amount of scientific knowledge, and the speed at which it is being created, demands appropriate structures and networks that allow the application of that new information into the industry. ISMS is attempting to provide a platform for that to occur by being a conduit
Upcoming Events 7th ICMBMP, Arcachon, France October 04 - October 07, 2011 All Ireland Mushroom Conference, Ireland October 20 - October 21, 2011 Hessischer Pilztag, Hogeging, Germany October 25 - October 26, 2011 Fruit Logistica 2012, Germany February 08 - February 10, 2012 Floriade 2012, Venlo, The Netherlands April 05 - October 07, 2012 18th International Congress of the ISMS, China August 25 - August 30, 2012 Dutch Mushroom Days, The Netherlands May 29 - May 31, 2013 IMC10, Bangkok, Thailand January 01 - December 31, 2014 More events daily updated at:
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importance. In a climate of reducing scientific resources dedicated to (Global Roel Media) to our mutual benefit. This is not surprising, as both parties further the growth of the international mushroom industry through iMushroom technology is a global business. Attend an industry confe- eadership base and firm network within the worldwide industry, we believe
ndependent dissemination of information on a global scale. Through its vast rrence anywhere in the world and you will see many of the same sup- that Mushroom Business constitutes a stable, readable and informing plat- orm for the ISMS messages and news, besides or other publications in print
for new scientists coming to the industry to tap into existing networks, and provide a banner for international projects where scientists and industry can collaborate to attract funding and undertake multi-discipli- nary projects. The Russian mushroom cruise I attended recently provided a great example of the important role ISMS can play. Not only was I was able to share information from global projects with the audience of growers, scientists, and businesses, I also had the pleasure of hearing about research activities from scientists working in the region. These scientists are now linked into ISMS global networks and some will become colla- borators on existing projects. Not only do the scientists and the projects benefit, but the industries they work with have access to new informa- tion more quickly. Another example occurred just last week when researchers at Penn Sta- te in the US and Sydney University linked up for the first time to discuss collaboration on international scholarships and projects for internatio- nal students. Although not planned, the conversation concluded with an arrangement for closer collaboration on independent research projects on composting. The US and Australian industry will be the immediate beneficiaries but ultimately the global industry will be better off when the projects are concluded. This is just one of many outcomes that ISMS is dedicated to pursuing on behalf of the mushroom world.
ISMS Congress 2012 Things are coming together nicely for the 18th ISMSC in fascinating Beijing, China on August 26-30, 2012. This event will be the highlight for the mushroom indus- try internationally next year. The main purpose of this Congress is to promote the development of mushroom industry as well as to present the latest developments. In addition to the scientific communication, new varieties, new products, new technolo- gies and latest publications will be showcased. The theme of the Congress is Mushroom and Health, which will focus on (I) The development and prospect of industrial situation; (II) Production and technology; (III) Nutrition and health. The Congress will consist of keynote lectures, plenary sessions, oral and poster presentations. Key note speakers will include Dr. Anton Sonnenberg (Breeding for the Future), Dr. Shiuan Chen (Protective effects of Agaricus bisporus), Prof. Yu Li (Chinese mushroom industry) and Dr. Ian R. Hall (Mycorrhizal mushrooms). Farm visits are planned to the Tongzhou District on August 29. The 18th Congress will be held at Beijing International Convention Center (BICC), which is located close to the main venue of the 2008 Olympic Games and touristic highlights. This is an event not to be missed, so get it in your diary and make sure you’ll be part of it!
Tedious but vital!
About the ISMS The International Society for Mushroom Science seeks to further the cultiva- tion of edible (including medicinal) fungi. It is non-political and non-profit making. The objectives of ISMS are the dissemination of information on new
By Jos Hilkens AdVisie “the mushroom growing consultants”, Herkenbosch
hilkens@mushroomconsulting.nl
Photo: AdVisie Contact us:
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d like to end with an example from practice. A grower has noticed a bubble infection that is continuing to spread, but he is not having any trouble with insects. On peak days during har- vest, the pickers and the lorries return to the 1st flush after dealing with the 2nd or 3rd flush. “That’s what we always do” explains the grower. Precisely, get the clue?
http://www.isms.biz http://www.isms2012.com
Hygiene on mushroom farms and tunnel plants is a regular topic of these tips. And not without good reason. There are still gains to be made here by all companies. Some involve just a few weak links in the chain, while others have long list of improvement points which means carefully prioritising which items must be tackled first. Spray cleaning, disinfecting, transport of machines and equipment, etc. often become routine tasks which is precisely where the danger lies. This is certainly the case when diseases like bubble (verticillium), cobweb mould (dactylium) or green mould have been absent for a lengthy period. It is at times like this that complacency takes hold and attention to hygiene can slip. But walking routes, clothing, spawn storage, packaging, insects, closing doors firmly, filters and communication are all aspects where mistakes are easily made in practice. If an infection raises its ugly head again, everyone has to be on their toes and apply the right corrective measures. Alarm bells should start ringing at once. Practice shows that growers and farm managers do not always take the right course of action, and in many cases only respond once the infection has already taken hold. Inspecting and discipline are important here, but consider running a hygiene scan of the entire company. A fresh pairs of eyes sees more than you think. Tunnel companies are advised to measure the spore pressure regularly, but on growing farms too taking air samples and contact prints can provide the extra insight you need. I’
Important dates: Deadline for abstract submission is November 30, 2011. Deadline for full papers submission is February 29, 2012. Registration will open on December 1, 2011. If you are interested in at- tending the Congress, sponsoring or exhibiting at the accompanying fair, please go to our website:
http://www.isms2012.com
The secretariat:
18th.isms.congress@
gmail.com Abstract submission:
isms.submission@
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developments and the science of mushrooms and to stimulate exchange of new ideas between growers and scientists around the world. ISMS sponsors a major international congress on mushrooms, which is held every 3-5 years. Other events are endorsed and supported by ISMS working with national committees. The Society is governed by a council which includes a member appointed by each Corporate Member and six members elected by ballot of the individual members. The Council elects the President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer, as well as the past president to be the Executive Com- mittee.
Greg Seymour, President ISMS
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