METHODS FOR THE PRODUCTION OF FUNGAL SPORES AND COMPOSITIONS THEREOF

摘要

Methods are disclosed for a multi-stage two-phase fungal fermentation process for the production of large quantities of fungal spores which can be used as active ingredients in commercial compositions. The first phase of the fermentation process preferentially stimulates the growth of fungal mycelium, and the volume of mycelial biomass produced during this phase can be considerably increased by successive serial transfers of the mycelial biomass to larger vessels. The second phase, i.e., final phase, of the fermentation process preferentially stimulates fungal sporulation and spore production. The fungal spores produced with this invention can be processed into concentrated slurries or dried powders. Commercial compositions that can be prepared with these fungal spore products as active ingredients, include dry and wettable powders, liquids and granules.