Our Projects
Fungi for Biomass Management
Millions of years of evolution have provided wood rotting fungi the enzymatic capability to efficiently digest and chemically disassemble many of the structural components found in wood – such as lignin and cellulose.
By harnessing the power of these enzymes for the purpose of digesting raw wood material, humans can more efficiently and sustainably manage excess wood biomass generated from land management operations.
Since 2021, Boulder Mushroom has been developing and demonstrating the use of saprophytic fungi as a tool for biomass management.
Boulder Mushroom is consistently seeking new partners, clients, and associates to conduct biomass management projects with native fungi. For an inquiry or quote, please contact us by email and a representative will reach out.
Soil Health & Landscape Scale Water Retention
Not only do saprophytic fungi help facilitate the accelerated decomposition of wood biomass, they also render the digested material a valuable biologically activated organic matter, useful in improving soil health and landscape water retention in both wildland and agricultural ecosystems.
Fungal dominant biomass is rich in fungal hyphae which act as binders of organic matter and as a living moisture reservoir, improving soil health.
Fungal mycelium (networks of hyphae) forms a ‘biological sponge’ at the soil surface, slowing water flow and evaporation while retaining moisture within the cellular network of the fungi.
Boulder Mushroom is consistently seeking new partners, clients, and associates to conduct soil health projects with native fungi. For an inquiry or quote, please contact us by email and a representative will reach out.
Mycorrhizal Fungi and Reforestation
Mycorrhizal fungi are symbionts of the plant kingdom. They form a direct relationship with living plant roots and expanding their nutrient uptake and moisture retention through vast networks of mycelium.
In deforested landscapes, native mycorrhizae can become depleted over time where soil conditions are poor and there is little botanical life. When foresters undergo reforestation efforts in these kinds of landscapes, high mortality or stunted growth of the new plantings can be experienced.
By tapping into the power of the fungal kingdom and providing mycorrhizal slurries to the root systems, we can help plants better adapt and grow in these harsh landscapes.
Boulder Mushroom is consistently seeking new partners, clients, and associates to conduct reforestation projects with native fungi. For an inquiry or quote, please contact us by email and a representative will reach out.
