University of Maine scientists unveil plastic-free mycelium packaging that resists water and oil, offering a scalable alternative to plastic for food producers.

The material is designed to provide both water and oil resistance, offering an alternative to conventional plastic packaging.

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Mushroom® Packaging marks Plastic Free July with a behind-the-scenes look at their new 20,000 square foot production facility. Mushroom Packaging is made with only home compostable mycelium and plant ...

Austin, Dec. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- According to SNS Insider, The Mycelium Market Size is estimated at USD 3.52 Billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 6.72 Billion by 2033, growing at a ...

Eben Bayer is a believer in the power of mushrooms. As cofounder and CEO of Ecovative, he’s built a business making compostable packaging from mycelium, the root structure of mushrooms, for companies ...

In 2007, mechanical engineer Eben Bayer and a friend invented a new kind of packaging material. What makes the stuff unusual is that it's fully recyclable: It's made from organic material like wood ...

How do you say “fungi” in Swedish? As part of an ongoing effort to reduce its carbon footprint, Swedish flat-pack furniture purveyor Ikea is reportedly exploring alternatives to polystyrene packaging ...

Global plastic waste has more than doubled, and 40% of that waste comes from packaging. Luckily there is no shortage of sustainable packaging startups in Europe. Just take a look: Circleback (Germany) ...