Question
Poultry manure is used to cultivate mushrooms. Is it permissible to consume such mushrooms? Does the Hadith mention anything about mushrooms?
Answer
Mushrooms cultivated in this way are halaal. The Hadith does mention some benefits of mushrooms. Rasulullah (sallallahu alayhi wasallam) spoke highly of mushrooms. Mushrooms, according to the Hadith, are beneficial for the eyes. Some farmers cultivate mushrooms in pig manure. One should therefore not consume mushrooms without making enquiries regarding their cultivation.
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