Production of orellanas (Pleurotus ostreatus) as an alternative for the treatment of solid residues of vegetable origin in the city of Bogotá D.C.

Abstract

Currently in the city of Bogota, large amounts of solid waste of plant origin are generated, either by losses in the postharvest centers or by waste generated in commercial establishments, such as restaurants, shopping centers, supermarkets, among others; Many of these contain high levels of lignin, especially wood in the form of sawdust and shavings; or the bagasse and husks from fruit and vegetables, and waste from the preparation of coffee cups. These materials are optimal in the preparation of substrates, for the production of the fungus Pleurotus ostreatus; since this, presents great lignocellulosic capacity; On the other hand, this organism presents good nutritional and medicinal properties for human consumption, being a very effective means for the utilization of sub products of vegetable origin.