Srinagar, March 19 -- Mushroom farming has quietly carved a niche for itself in Jammu and Kashmir's agriculture sector as an enterprise accessible, especially to those with modest means. Unlike traditional crops that demand vast fields or heavy investment, it thrives in confined spaces, turning spare rooms or small sheds into productive sites. This simplicity, paired with rising interest in plant-based diets, has drawn many to cultivate fungi not merely as a hobby but as a viable livelihood. The appeal lies in its swift returns-a cycle of weeks rather than months separates labour from harvest, offering farmers a tangible link between effort and income. Recent projections suggest the global market for mushrooms could swell to nearly $30 bi...