Learning — sustainability

"Society is a collective force attempting to understand unanswered questions." - Amanda Newman, Sustainability Intern Starting in summer 2023, Bridgetown had the privilege of partnering with the Oregon Applied Sustainability Experience (OASE) internship program. Funded by US EPA and administered by Oregon DEQ and Oregon State University, OASE actively aids Oregon businesses in achieving their sustainability goals. We are grateful to have been among the 8 businesses chosen for this program in 2023.  Through the OASE program, we were paired up with Sustainability Intern, Amanda Newman. Amanda collaborated with our Director of Sustainability to explore solutions for reducing plastic waste in...

Bridgetown Mushrooms is proud to be USDA Certified Organic! Since the company’s inception, we have sourced organic materials for our spawn, substrate, and entire growing process. Honesty and openness are core values for us, and that's why we seek third-party certifications, such as the USDA Organic certification, to build trust with our customers. These certifications assure you that we genuinely stand by our claims. Journey to Organic Certification To achieve organic certification, mushroom growers must follow guidelines outlined by the USDA's National Organic Program regulations for crop production. These guidelines include: No synthetic fertilizers on the mushroom substrate. No synthetic pesticides....

Beneath the surface of our planet lies an extraordinary network that has quietly shaped ecosystems for millions of years. The mycorrhizal network, a complex system created by the hyphae of mycorrhizal fungi joining with plant roots, has recently revealed a remarkable ability to store a significant portion of carbon emissions. In this article, we will delve into the world of mycorrhizal networks and discoveries that have contributed to our understanding of these hidden heroes. Unearthing the Mycorrhizal Network Mycorrhizal fungi form a symbiotic relationship with plants, extending their intricate hyphal networks into the soil to facilitate nutrient exchange. This mutually...

5 Ways Mushrooms Can Save the Planet As we celebrate Earth Month, it's important to remember that every step we take towards sustainability accumulates to make a significant impact on our planet's health. One ally in our efforts to protect the environment is our personal favorite: the mushroom. From bioremediation to sustainable building materials and food production, mushrooms have a range of benefits that can support our journey towards a more sustainable future. Below are five ways mushrooms can save the planet. 1. Food ProductionFirst, we’d like to suggest one eco-friendly choice you can make today: eat more mushrooms. According...