2019 Press Releases
12.17.19: NASS PROVIDES MUSHROOM INDUSTRY WITH ADJUSTED INDUSTRY DATA FOR 2019; Initial Data Inconsistent with Past Years Due to NASS Changes in Collection, Reporting
Avondale, PA, December 17, 2019 – The volume of sales for the 2018-2019 mushroom crop totaled 846 million pounds, down 3 percent from last season across comparable states, according to the National Agriculture Statistics Service (NASS) 2019 Report. Value of sales for the 2018-2019 mushroom crop was $1.13 billion, down slightly from the previous season for comparable states, however the average reported price was $1.34 per pound, up 3 cents from the previous year’s price for comparable states.
“The American Mushroom Institute (AMI) applauds the U.S. House of Representatives for its bipartisan passage of H.R. 5038, the Farm Worker Modernization Act of 2019.
Avondale, PA, December 10, 2019 -- “The American Mushroom Institute is pleased for its members that the free flow of trade across Canadian and Mexican borders will continue to foster beneficial business opportunities in meeting the ever-increasing demand for Mushrooms across North America.
Avondale, PA, October 15, 2019 –Rep. Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA) today announced legislation that formally recognizes today, October 15th, as National Mushroom Day and honors the regions of Chester and Berks Counties, Pennsylvania, for their unparalleled contributions to the national mushroom industry.
Avondale, PA, October 15, 2019 –Rep. Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA) today announced legislation that formally recognizes today, October 15th, as National Mushroom Day and honors the regions of Chester and Berks Counties, Pennsylvania, for their unparalleled contributions to the national mushroom industry.
Avondale, PA, October 15, 2019 –Kennett Square, PA, is known as the “Mushroom Capital of the World,” and the Hagley Museum is providing first-hand accounts of how the area became so synonymous with mushrooms.
Avondale, PA, September 4, 2019 – In soup, on a pizza, stuffed, sautéed, or sliced, mushrooms are increasingly taking a starring role on consumers’ plates. With so much to love about mushrooms, it’s no wonder the U.S. Department of Agriculture designated September as National Mushroom Month.
08.12.19 MUSHROOM GROWERS FACING RISING COSTS
Avondale, PA, August 12, 2019 -- U.S. mushroom growers are facing rising costs due to climate volatility, continued labor issues, changes in consumer preferences, transportation expenses, and more, just as the industry is preparing for its busy fall holiday season when mushroom demand increases 30%-40%, according to the American Mushroom Institute.
Avondale, PA, May 30, 2019 – Mushroom farmers and their communities rolled out the red carpet today to host the U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue, who sat down with mushroom industry leaders and other agricultural sectors to discuss issues affecting their operations, American Mushroom Institute (AMI) announced today.
04.18.19: EVERY DAY IS EARTH DAY ON A MUSHROOM FARM
Avondale, PA, April 18, 2019 – Growing mushrooms is a mystery to most people. Because they are grown in indoor growing houses, you don’t see them in field. But this growing process is just part of what makes mushrooms one of the most sustainable foods.
03.14.19: MUSHROOM INDUSTRY IS ECONOMIC ENGINE ACROSS U.S.
Avondale, PA, March 14, 2019 – Those small button mushrooms in the produce aisle pack a big economic punch, according to a report released today by the American Mushroom Institute. The Economic and Fiscal Impacts of the Mushroom Industry report shows the U.S. mushroom industry has an economic impact of $3.1 billion, through sales of mushrooms, supplies and other indirect spending. The report coincides with National Agriculture Day designed in part to highlight the significant role agriculture plays in maintaining a strong economy.
Avondale, PA, Feb. 11, 2019 – Hundreds of mushroom industry growers, business leaders and researchers will gather in Orlando, Florida, February 14-16, for the 25th North American Mushroom Conference (NAMC). The conference brings together industry stakeholders from North America and around the world for discussions and educational sessions on issues affecting the industry. This year’s theme, Growing a Brighter Future, highlights innovations and advances in the industry and what mushroom businesses can expect in the future.
02.04.19: AMERICAN MUSHROOM INSTITUTE HIRES NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Avondale, PA, February 4, 2019 – The American Mushroom Institute (AMI) has hired Rachel Roberts as Executive Director, the association announced today.
Roberts comes to the association with 20 years of experience in policy consulting, government and nonprofit management and enjoys connecting business leaders, elected officials and community leaders.
Avondale, PA, January 7, 2019 – Did you know that mushroom farmers are considered the “original recyclers” due to their use of the byproducts of other commodities during the mushroom farming process? While today’s mushroom farms are highly technical operations, mushroom production includes reprocessed materials and repurposed ingredients, making mushroom farmers leaders in agriculture recycling.
01.04.19: PA MUSHROOM FARMERS, HISTORY AND INNOVATION SHOWCASED AT 103RD PA FARM SHOW
Avondale, PA, January 4, 2019 – Southeast Pennsylvania is known as the ‘Mushroom Capital of the World,” where the largest concentration of mushrooms farms in the country operate. These 53 farms produce nearly two-thirds of all the common button mushrooms grown in the United States, and last year produced more than 570 million pounds of mushrooms with a farm gate value of $575 million, according to the Mushroom Farmers of Pennsylvania (MFPA).
01.03.19: MUSHROOM INDUSTRY IS ECONOMIC ENGINE IN PA: PA’s #1 Crop Will Be on Display at PA Farm Show
Avondale, PA, January 3, 2019 – The economic impact of the mushroom industry in the state of Pennsylvania is $1.1 billion, according to a new report released by the Mushroom Farmers of Pennsylvania (MFPA). The report, authored by Econsult Solutions, Inc., Philadelphia, PA, measures the economic impact of the mushroom industry in Pennsylvania and nationally.