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Funga Boosts Pine Seedling Growth Over 100% with Fungi

3/21/2026

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Funga, founded in 2022, uses fungal inoculation to boost loblolly pine seedling growth in the southeastern United States and plans to expand to other tree species.
At a Louisiana nursery, seedlings are treated with a liquid extract containing diverse soil fungi to improve yields and reduce fertilizer reliance.
Early results show growth increases of over 100%.
Experts Kabir Peay and Rachel Cook emphasize fungal partnerships for tree health.

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Story summary

Funga, founded in 2022, uses fungal inoculation to boost loblolly pine seedling growth in the southeastern United States and plans to expand to other tree species.
At a Louisiana nursery, seedlings are treated with a liquid extract containing diverse soil fungi to improve yields and reduce fertilizer reliance.
Early results show growth increases of over 100%.
Experts Kabir Peay and Rachel Cook emphasize fungal partnerships for tree health.