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How a US Factory Is Making Leather from Mushroom Roots
MycoWorks has perfected a process to grow mycelium, the root structure of mushrooms, into a leather-like material at its South Carolina factory. Lucas and Luna visit the facility to understand how fermentation and textile engineering combine to create a sustainable alternative to animal leather. They discuss the science, the scale (10 million square feet annual capacity), and the partnerships with luxury brands like Hermès. This episode digs into the manufacturing challenges: how to keep the fungal network alive, how to tan a non-animal hide, and whether mycelium leather can price compete…
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