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Factors Influencing Consumption Patterns and Choices for Mushrooms in “Mushroom City of India”, Solan (HP)

Nisha Kumari, Bhavya Shrma, Kapil Kathuria

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International Journal of Food, Nutrition & Dietetics 10(1):p 21-28, January-April 2022. | DOI: https://doi.org/10.21088/ijfnd.2322.0775.10122.3

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Nisha Kumari, Bhavya Shrma, Kapil Kathuria/Factors Influencing Consumption Patterns and Choices for Mushrooms in “Mushroom City of India”, Solan (HP)/Int J Food Nutr Diet. 2022; 10(1):21–28.

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Received : November 25, 2021         Accepted : November 30, 2021          Published : April 30, 2022

Abstract

Purpose of the present research work is to study mushroom as a popular food & nutrient option in post COVID-19 era; further the work aim to understand the factors that influence the choices and consumption patterns of mushroom consumers. The responses of a sample of 102 respondents have been recorded using a structured questionnaire. These respondents consisted of the visitors to the points of sales for mushrooms in comprising Municipal Corporation area, Solan, (HP). Percentage, Chi-Square and Pearson correlation method were used to analyse the quantitative data collected. The study clearly indicated that mushroom as vegetable is popular among respondents in the study area. White button mushroom is the first preference followed by oyster and Gucchi for respondents. Shape and size followed by price and color acted as the evaluation criteria for mushroom purchase. Education level had a significant positive Correlation with the mushroom consumption frequency. ‘Good for health’ followed by ‘to add variety to diet’ and ‘medicinal value/prosperities’ are the main reasons for mushroom consumption among respondents. The non availability of fresh mushrooms on regular basis in local market led to mushrooms not being purchased.

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Nisha Kumari, Bhavya Shrma, Kapil Kathuria/Factors Influencing Consumption Patterns and Choices for Mushrooms in “Mushroom City of India”, Solan (HP)/Int J Food Nutr Diet. 2022; 10(1):21–28.

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Received Accepted Published
November 25, 2021 November 30, 2021 April 30, 2022
DOI: https://doi.org/10.21088/ijfnd.2322.0775.10122.3

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Consumer behaviorMushroom ConsumptionFood markets in IndiaPurchasing behaviorMushroomMushroom as super food

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