The course covers fundamental principles of ecology as they relate to the climate, topography, soils, flora and fauna of Veracruz State. Current problems of managing and conserving the varied ecosystems are included. The course includes 8 practical field trips and 2 longer field trips. Taught in English . Mushrooms of Veracruz 4 cr.
Fungi are critical components of ecosystems.
They have been used for centuries by traditional Mexican cultures - a church dedicated to mushrooms exists in Mexico. The course focuses on fundamentals of mycology and extends this work to the importance of fungi in a variety of Mexican ecosystems. Low technology, sustainable mushroom culture in Mexican agrarian settings is also taught. The course includes 4 one-day field trips. See the Centro de Genetica Forestal web page for information on mycology in Veracruz.