Mushroom kingdom's fungi frenzy!

蘑菇王国真菌狂欢!

Round Table China

2025-07-08

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Yunnan, China, famed for its breathtaking landscapes and rich biodiversity, now draws crowds for another reason: wild mushrooms. Over 900 species grow here, fueling a tourist-driven mushroom gold rush. But as baskets fill—when does foraging tip into overharvesting? The tourists are feasting on fungi, but nature is paying the price. / A game that does not exist, but everyone's playing (20:48). On the show: Heyang, Steve Hatherly & Yushun
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  • Yunnan province in China has long been known for its stunning scenery and incredible biodiversity.

  • But lately, something else has taken center stage.

  • Wild mushrooms.

  • With over 900 species sprouting across the region, tourists are... pouring in.

  • And for local communities, it's become a mushroom gold rush.

  • But when does foraging turn into over foraging?

  • And what's the environmental cost of this booming outdoor pastime?

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