Episode 5: Why are Plant-Fungi Interactions Important?
Today we talk about the top 7 reasons why plant-fungi interactions are important with guest Randall Simonson.
Plant metabolism: Photosynthesis, Protein Synthesis, Lipids, Induced Systemic resistance
Biodiversity: Soil fungi act like a support network
Practical Advancements: MycoApply, BioOrganics
Mediate Climate Change: Plants and fungi could slow climate change
Nutrient exchange
Understanding interactions related to AI and neural connections with Randall Simonson
Mycorrhizations
As well as flora funga facts, juicy news, quote a scientist, and this weeks book recommendation. Join me on this wild ride as we dive into episode 5.
Drank of the Week: Zingzang Bloody Mary
Juicy News: Microscopic partners could help plants survive stressful environments
Flora Funga Facts:
Root to tree ratio
Indian Pipe Plant
Quote a Scientist: State of the Worlds Plants and Fungi
" Trees are most effective + efficient at providing...mycorrhizae fungi." -Prof Stevenson
Book Recommendation: Mycorrhizal Planet
Other Resources:
Fantastic Fungi
Randall Simonson: rasimonson34@gmail.com
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