The disappearing morel
mushrooms of Pakistan
Climate change and
deforestation are wreaking havoc on the production of a rare mushroom species,
impacting local communities and national exports
The
morel mushroom has been around for approximately 129 million years,
growing in moist high altitude forests. It is unappreciated by most animals,
except for humans, who enjoy the mushroom as an edible delicacy and for its medicinal properties. So much so that it is one of the most expensive vegetables in
the world. In the Hindu Kush Himalayas of India and Pakistan – where they are
called "Gucchi" – the mushroom is worth its weight in gold.
Poor villagers earn extra income
from gathering the rare and valuable resource.
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