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In order to start mushroom farming at home, you will need… Spore and Spawn: In order to grow mushrooms, you’ll need to purchase spores or mycelium. Try to source your genetics from a reputable supplier (this will be the foundation of your farm). Substrate: The material used to grow the mushrooms is called substrate. It…

Mushrooms are a highly sort after product and can fetch a premium price. Here is a price list of some of the more popular variety’s: Oyster mushrooms: The average retail price for oyster mushrooms is $5-$12 per pound. King trumpet mushrooms: The average retail price of king trumpet mushrooms is $10-$15 per pound. Chestnut mushrooms:…

Agar is a type of gelatinous substance and when poured into a petri dish creates a two dimensional surface. It is commonly used as a growth medium in microbiology and mycology, as it provides a supportive surface for the growth of various microorganisms, including bacteria and fungi such as mushrooms. In mushroom cultivation, this growth…

Substrate is an important factor when it comes to mushroom cultivation. It provides the necessary nutrients and environment for mushrooms to grow. Depending on the type of mushroom you are growing, different kinds of substrates may be used such as straw, cardboard, sawdust, wood chips, compost and so on. After sterilizing or pasteurizing your substrate, spawn is then added…

  Hey there! Let’s talk about grain spawn. So, grain spawn is a fancy term for sterilized grains that are infused with spores or a sterilized mycelium solution. It’s a popular method for growing mycelium and mushrooms. When it comes to choosing the right type of grain for your spawn, there are plenty of options…

What is a Martha Tent? Have you ever heard of a Martha Tent? If you’re into growing mushrooms, you might want to learn about it! Basically, it’s a special kind of tent that provides a controlled environment for growing mushrooms. These tents are just the right size for growing mushrooms in trays, blocks, or jars,…

Making a humidifier out of a tote container is a simple and cost-effective way to create the perfect environment for your mushroom growing needs. Here are the steps to follow: That’s it! You now have a homemade humidifier that can be used to regulate the humidity levels in your mushroom grow room or tent. Make…

What does a mushroom flow hood do?     Laminar flow hoods are an essential tool for mycology work, especially in the cultivation of mushrooms. These hoods create a sterile environment by blowing HEPA-filtered air across the work surface and out towards the user, creating a “clean zone” that is free from airborne contaminants. The…

What is liquid culture? Liquid culture is essentially a special water mixture that’s made sterile and then infused with sugars to create the perfect environment for your mushroom culture to thrive. This nutrient-rich liquid is home to live mycelium that grows and multiplies within it. To make it, you’ll need non-chlorinated water and a source…