This kit will provide all the instructions necessary to grow mushrooms from raw materials. Some previous experience on mycological practices, recommended, but not necessary. Additional equipment necessary to be able to complete this advanced project.
This practical tutorial will give a good understanding on mycological best practices and the safeguards to take to avoid contamination. It will go in all the details
Intended for
Advanced level of understanding in microbiology, specifically mycology
Children from 13 years and older with adult supervision
What is included in this kit
500g of dry rye grains
1 x small grow bags with filter patches for grain cultivation;
Liquid culture 10cl injection, with the chosen mushroom strain;
1.2Kg of dry hardwood pellets to create sawdust for the substrate;
2 x large grow bags for the substrate;
160g of dry wheat bran;
20g of gypsum;
2 x Mouth mask covers;
A step-by-step DIY detailed manual, which will guide you in how to prepare, innoculate and monitor your results, describing fundamental mycological principles.
Time frame to complete this project (depending on mushroom strain): 10 days for full grain colonisation, 2 to 3 weeks for full substrate colonisation, 1 to 2 weeks for fruiting
What equipment you need to have
Pressure cooker with 15PSI capacity;
Kettle for boiling water
Hob
Alcohol (70% to 100%)
Kitchen Tissue paper
Adhesive Tape
Scissors
Mushroom strains listed have been chosen carefully with this kit, with the aim to simplify the process and give a good measure of guarantee for exciting mushroom fruiting results. Can be given as an educational gift.
