New trends in the wild mushroom market
Mainstream strains are in abundant supply
Yunnan in August, surrounded by mountains and verdant forests. In this magical land, a unique event is being staged. In the Yunnan Wood Flower Wild Mushroom Trading Market, about 200 tons of wild mushrooms are traded here every day, and the scene is very lively. Clauconium and chanterelles are undoubtedly popular stars.
The greenhead mushroom is bright in color and beautiful in shape, like a small mushroom crown. They are clustered together to form a vibrant picture. Picking garden workers carefully pack them into boxes and transport them in all directions. The price range is 120-350 yuan/kg, and the situation of short supply has been maintained.
Chanterelles, on the other hand, have a unique flavor, with golden mushroom umbrellas shining in the sun. They have a unique aroma that makes the appetite tickle. In the picking garden, workers methodically pack them into boxes, adding a touch of flavor to tables across the country. The price of chanterelles is 120-240 yuan/kg, which is also in short supply.
Prices of rare varieties fluctuate
In this event, there are also some "vignettes". For example, the kind of mushrooms called "shallots" or "green hands" will turn green when cut when fresh, and the price range is 160-300 yuan/kg. However, it should be noted that it contains hallucinogenic toxins, which can cause hallucinations after consumption, bringing immeasurable harm to the body.
Another example is chicken fir mushroom, which used to cost as much as 100-800 yuan/kg, which can be described as extraordinary. However, with the increase in supply, its price has dropped to about 160 yuan/kg at the end of August, a sharp decline from before.
In the face of fluctuations in the prices of these rare varieties, traders are also actively adjusting and trying to find a balance between supply and demand. For ordinary consumers, mainstream strains are the best choice, with affordable prices and pure taste.
The market adjustment mechanism has achieved initial results
After years of development, the adjustment mechanism of the wild mushroom market in Yunnan has achieved initial results. The relationship between supply and demand tends to be balanced, and the prices of rare varieties are returning to a rational level. The supply of mainstream strains such as blue-headed mushrooms and chanterelles is still sufficient, and the prices are relatively stable.
This is naturally inseparable from the supervision and guidance of the government. The relevant departments have established sound trading rules and strengthened market supervision, which has created a good environment for the healthy development of the wild mushroom industry.
Traders are also constantly improving their operation mode and establishing a direct supply channel to ensure the freshness and safety of mushrooms. They are also actively exploring domestic and foreign markets, spreading the unique flavor of Yunnan's rare wild mushrooms to the whole country and even around the world.
Call for rational consumption
Throughout the development process of the wild mushroom market in Yunnan, it is not difficult for us to find that rational consumption is the key. As consumers, we should stay away from those toxic and harmful strains, and buy mainstream varieties that are not only safe and reliable, but also more affordable.
Only when we support the healthy development of the wild mushroom industry with a rational consumption concept, this once unknown traditional industry can radiate new vitality in the new era and add a different flavor to more people's tables.