The mushroom defined as a macro fungus
with a distinctive fruiting body,large enough
to be seen with the naked eye and to be
picked up by hand (Chauge and
Miles,1922). Mushroom is now considered
as a crucial component for food safety and
security.The phytonutrients in mushroom
are sought after food items. Micro-economy
and community engagement in muhrom
cultivation is helping rural economy. Urban
and semi urban cultivation is also gaining
popularity for various edible plants
including mushroom and Calocybe indica an
edible mushroom. Mushroom is a protein
source without cholesterol.