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Innovative Mushroom Casket in Australia
An Australian first: a coffin made from mycelium and hemp fibres was used for the burial of a woman. The casket takes 45 days to break down, enriching the soil.
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The Guardian
The casket, grown from mycelium and hemp fibres, takes just 45 days to break down, enriching the soil in the processGet our breaking news email, free app or <a href
2026-09-06 19:00 UTC