Why the Mold Behind Brie Cheese Is Disappearing

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 ------------------------------------------------------ #cheese #france #businessinsider #bigbusiness MORE BIG BUSINESS VIDEOS: How One Tiny Country Rivals American Farming    • How One Tiny Country Rivals American Farming   Meet The Teacher Who Wakes Up At 3:30 AM For His Labubu Business    • Meet The Teacher Who Wakes Up At 3:30 AM F...   The Rise And Fall Of The American Diner    • The Rise And Fall Of The American Diner   Business Insider tells you all you need to know about business, finance, tech, retail, and more. Visit our homepage for the top stories of the day: https://www.businessinsider.com Business Insider on Facebook:   / businessinsider   Business Insider on Instagram:   / businessinsider   Business Insider on Twitter:   / businessinsider   Business Insider on Snapchat:   / 5319643143   Business Insider on TikTok:   / businessinsider   The Mold Behind Brie Cheese Could Face Extinction. Can We Save It? | Big Business | Business Insider