A Significant Milestone for Sustainable Mycelium-Based Packaging
On Monday, 24 August 2026, we attended the official awards ceremony at the 64th International Agriculture and Food Fair AGRA in Gornja Radgona — one of the largest and most recognized fairs of its kind in the region. The Mycopor team received a silver award for its mycelium-based packaging, marking an important confirmation of the work and development achieved so far.
What the AGRA Award Means
For decades, the AGRA fair has brought together agricultural producers, food manufacturers, and innovative companies shaping the future of the industry. The award confirms that sustainable packaging grown from natural materials is no longer just a niche curiosity, but a serious and competitive alternative to conventional packaging solutions — even in the eyes of an expert jury that evaluates products against clear, demanding criteria.
Why Mycelium-Based Packaging Is Different
Unlike plastic or cardboard packaging, Mycopor’s packaging isn’t manufactured in a factory — it grows. Mycelium, the root system of fungi, overgrows an organic substrate within a matter of days, forming a strong, lightweight material that is fully biodegradable. Once its use is over, the packaging doesn’t become waste — it simply breaks down back into nature, leaving no microplastic residue or harmful substances behind.
What the Award Means for Mycopor
We see this award as confirmation that we’ve chosen the right path — and as encouragement to keep developing further. Taking part in fairs like AGRA gives us direct contact with farmers, food producers, and consumers looking for more sustainable alternatives, while also providing valuable feedback for the continued development of our products.
What’s Next
We see the silver award as motivation, not a finish line. The Mycopor team will continue developing new packaging solutions and expanding the use of mycelium into new fields — from cosmetics and food to construction and design.
