Discuss the Controversies and Discrepancies Surrounding the Structure of Functional Mushrooms and the Impact this Lack of Standardization has on the Growing Market
Understand why there is controversy surrounding the differences between mycelium on grain vs. fruiting body and how this impacts the industry
Examine the availability of scientific evidence confirming the health benefits of functional mushrooms and how to generate more
Discuss the varying degrees of transparency into the growing process
Identify the real and perceived barriers to standardization and how to move forward
Emil Abramyan is the founder of Pink Buffalo Organics, a company that specializes in innovative mushroom grow kits and high-quality mushroom extracts. His journey into the world of mushrooms began as a hobby but has since evolved into a professional pursuit. With a degree from the... Read More →
Senior Director of R&D and Nutrition Science, MEGAFOOD
Dr. Ghatak is the Senior Director of R&D and Nutrition Science at Megafood, a premium vitamin and supplement company that pairs key nutrients with real food. He earned his PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences from Nirma University, India and has been a scientific innovator in the field... Read More →
Jess Davis is a leader in the functional mushroom space, and founder of Edible Alchemy, LLC DBA Bulk Wholesale Mushrooms. She has been the co-chair of the Mushroom Summit for two events now.
Amir Karian is part of family ownership of Monterey Mushrooms, the leading producer and marketer of fresh mushrooms, spawn, and mushroom genetics around the world. Amir began his career working in the biotech sector but his passion for mycology expanded after battling a personal... Read More →
