What if the Salem witch trials weren’t about witches at all… but moldy bread? 👀 In 1692, an outbreak of ergot, a fungus that grows on grains like rye, may have caused hallucinations, convulsions, paranoia, and strange behavior in Salem. Ergot contains compounds similar to LSD and thrives in damp, humid conditions…just like that year’s crop season 🌾💀 So those accused of witchcraft might’ve just been victims of bad grain. If you see ergot in your grain DO NOT eat it. Remove any infected grain and burn it. #SalemWitchTrials #ErgotPoisoning #HistoryInTheSoil #FarmFacts #WitchHunt #AgriculturalHistory #ShilohFarm