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Spirulina: giant micro-organism full of nutrients grown in the high desert

Posted on April 13, 2023 by UNM Sustainability Studies Program

Algae and Cyanobacteria are among some of the oldest organisms on the planet and contribute around 70% of the air we breathe from micro-organisms found primarily in the ocean. Cyanobacteria, although not a “true plant” is a form of bacteria … Continue reading →

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Mushrooms: Food for Thought

Posted on April 10, 2023 by UNM Sustainability Studies Program

Fungi support our global food system, enhance soil health, encourage nutrient flow between plants and within the soil, and help breakdown organic matter. Mushrooms, the nutrient dense fruiting bodies fungi produce, offer a wide variety of health benefits for humans … Continue reading →

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