The Mold Behind Brie Cheese Could Face Extinction. Can We Save It? | Big Business | Business Insider

The world's supply of Brie and Camembert could be in danger. One mold, called Penicillium camemberti, is responsible for the cheeses' iconic white rinds and creamy, tangy centers. But the qualities that once made it a star of the cheese world are becoming a liability — driving some to hunt for colorful fungi in the wild to make completely new cheeses. So, are these famous French fromages really facing catastrophe? And what does this mean for cheese lovers around the world?

00:00 - Intro

00:58 - How Brie Is Made

04:13 - The History Of Penicillium Camemberti

05:46 - Why Penicillium Camembert Could Go Extinct

08:00 - Camembert In France

10:14 - The Hunt For New Molds

13:20 - A Solution?

15:43 - Credits

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The Mold Behind Brie Cheese Could Face Extinction. Can We Save It? | Big Business | Business Insider