Deadly UK Plant Warning for Foragers
Foraging expert Jane Perrone reveals the deadly dangers of Hemlock Water Dropwort, a toxic plant commonly mistaken for edible greens in British waterways.
Foraging expert Jane Perrone reveals the deadly dangers of Hemlock Water Dropwort, a toxic plant commonly mistaken for edible greens in British waterways.
Middle-class foragers inspired by Instagram and TikTok are causing ecological damage and risking poisoning as they strip Britain's countryside of mushrooms and berries in dangerous new trend.
Discover how Germany's forests are witnessing an unprecedented surge in mushroom hunters, creating both culinary opportunities and conservation concerns across the nation.
A Canadian man survives brutal bear mauling while foraging for food in remote woodland. The grizzly ripped off his scalp and left him with catastrophic injuries in a terrifying wilderness encounter.
A chilling warning from a 1975 Country Diary resounds today: the lethal Death Cap mushroom, often mistaken for edible varieties, poses a severe and often fatal threat to foragers across Britain.
A fascinating encounter with the notoriously foul-smelling and bizarrely shaped Common Stinkhorn fungus, a remarkable and edible denizen of British woodlands.
A Country Diary exploration into the vital ecological role of overripe, decaying fruit in sustaining Britain's wildlife through the autumn and winter months.
Two inexperienced foragers sparked a major three-day search and rescue operation in New York's Adirondack Mountains after becoming lost while hunting for wild mushrooms. Read about their dramatic rescue and the warnings from emergency services.
A family's homemade curry night turned into a nightmare after a dangerous mushroom mix-up left a father fighting for his life. The shocking incident serves as a urgent warning to all foragers.
Health officials issue urgent warning after two people die from suspected mushroom poisoning, urging the public to avoid foraging unless absolutely certain of safety.
Sophie Habboo shares her delightful experience with wild strawberries, offering tips on where to find them and how to enjoy this seasonal gem.