Determination of Mushroom Consumption Habits in Igdir Province

Abstract

This study was conducted to determine the mushroom consumption habits and preferences of peopleliving in urban area of Igdir province. The material of the study carried out in 2014 constitute the data obtainedfrom surveys conducted by face to face interview method with a total of 210 people residing in the city center ofIgdir province. As a result of study, it was found that mushroom consumption rate is 68.6% in the city center ofIgdir province. Dislike the taste of mushroom (40.7%) and fear of poisoning (33.3%) constitute greatest reasonsfor mushroom nonconsumption. The average monthly consumption of mushroom per family was found to be 1.2kg and the average monthly consumption of mushroom per person was found to be 324.3 g. A great majority ofindividuals consuming mushroom buy the mushrooms from the market (43.6%) and as fresh (93.1%). As the formof mushroom consumption, consumers generally prefer to eat by making sauteed mushrooms (29%). 72.9% ofindividuals consuming mushroom consider that prices of mushrooms are normal. 56.6% of individuals consumingmushroom eat only cultivated mushroom, 37.2% of individuals consuming mushroom eat both cultivated mushroomand wild mushroom and 6.2% of individuals consuming mushroom eat only wild mushroom. With regard toconsidered points while buying cultivated mushroom, freshness (25.3%) and cleanliness (16.8%) of mushroomconstitute the greatest share. As a result of this research to increase the mushroom consumption in Igdir province,the consumer awareness about mushrooms should be developed.

Özet

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