Fantastic Fungi

FUNGI are a truly fascinating, largely invisible kingdom that holds the key to soil health, plant resilience, and even planetary healing.

When we think of fungi, many of us picture mushrooms in a paddock or maybe something unwelcome in the fridge. But behind the scenes, this remarkable group of organisms is orchestrating some of the most critical processes in nature.

Did you know that fungi are the primary decomposers of organic matter? They’re also responsible for building stable humus, delivering nutrients to plants, detoxifying the soil, and even protecting crops from disease.

In fact, there’s a group of these hidden helpers called mycorrhizal fungi that form symbiotic relationships with over 90% of all plants. They act like extensions of the root system, expanding access to phosphorus, zinc, copper and water, often reducing the need for external inputs.

Unfortunately, many modern farming practices – including excessive tillage, synthetic fungicides, and certain fertilizers – are disastrous for fungi. Most agricultural soils today are bacterially dominant, and we’ve forgotten how to nurture the fungal half of the soil food web.

In this YouTube episode Graeme explains why you need to tip the balance back in favour of fungi, and how to do just that using practical, on-farm strategies – including compost teas, bio-priming, and simple techniques to boost your fungal counts.

So, if you’re keen to restore your soils, grow healthier crops, and build resilience from the ground up, listen to this YouTube episode with Graeme Sait. It's not short, but well worth listening to!

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Article courtesy of Graeme Sait, Nutri-Tech Solutions