Pioppino, Black Poplar Mushroom spawn strain (Agrocybe/Cyclocybe aegerita) - best quality, fresh, pioppino mycelium spawn

Black Poplar Mycelium Spawn for Reliable Mushroom Production - Agrocybe aegerita

Black Poplar is a species of mushroom that belongs to the white rot fungi group but looks like the button mushroom, only darker. It is an easy-to-grow edible mushroom with a mellow, slightly sweet, nutty flavor and a crisp texture when cooked.

They are a popular culinary mushroom in Italy, and they are grown across Asia, Australia and the U.S. as well.

Lab produced, Belgian made, top quality, fresh mycelium strains on sterilized rye grain berries in special sealed mushroom bags. Once the bag is opened, the spawn must be used and applied to the substrate immediately.

You will receive ready colonized rye grain spawn for inoculation on various fruiting substrates of your choice. Your spawn is prepared fresh after ordering to maximize quality. For this reason it may take between 10 to 14 days to produce.

Ideally the product should be used immediately after delivery, but keep it stored in the fridge at 4° Celsius for a maximum of two months and it will still be viable - respect the expiry date on the package.

HOW MUCH SPAWN TO BUY

The weight of your mushroom spawn ordered determines its intended use, so:

300g - Used to inoculate a sterilized/pasteurized block of 1.5 Kg
500g - For larger sterilized/pasteurized substrate inoculations of up to 2.5 Kg.

BEST GROWING CONDITIONS FOR PIOPPINO

Substrate: Hardwood sawdust and wood chips

Colonization Temperature: 21-27C, 70-80F

Fruiting Temperatures: 10-16C, 50-60F

GROWING AND SUBSTRATE

For maximum results it is best that this mushroom is grown indoor within a hydroponics grow room/tent, but a clean area or dark corner where there is a decent amount of humidity, air exchange and constant temperatures could also be used.

A humidifier would help to monitor humidity. Do not put in direct sunlight and watch out for gnats.

FAQ

What is pioppino mycelium spawn used for?
Pioppino mycelium spawn is used to inoculate sterilized or pasteurized mushroom substrates for growing black poplar mushrooms.

What substrate is best for pioppino?
Hardwood sawdust is recommended, and wood chips can also be used for cultivation.

How should the spawn be stored?
Store it in the fridge at 4°C for up to two months, and use it as soon as possible after delivery.