More than Mushrooms: Exploring Fungi

Fungi form an entire kingdom of life that quietly underpins the health of our planet. In this talk, we’ll explore what fungi are, how they function, and their vital roles in the environment—as saprotrophs breaking down organic matter, as recyclers returning nutrients to the soil, and as mycorrhizal partners supporting plant life. We’ll also touch on the exciting potential of fungi to help restore damaged landscapes and ecosystems.