10/15/2026
Hi again, everyone!
Today, we were glad to welcome Matt and a fantastic group of students from Kankakee Community College to Thrive Mushrooms.
We had a wonderful discussion about how mushrooms grow, how fungi differ from plants, and the surprising similarities between them.
We also explored biology, microbiology, and mycology, including how mushrooms interact with the immune system and why they're such fascinating subjects in ongoing research.
We also talked about the role mushrooms play in our farmers markets and communities. At Thrive Mushrooms, we believe education and sharing knowledge are key.
Thank you, Matt and the students of Kankakee Community College, for visiting us, asking great questions, and bringing such wonderful energy.
Keep learning, keep exploring, and keep growing.