Mushroom Experts Uniting the World With Fungi
Meet some of today’s top mushroom experts that are working tirelessly to share the wonder of kingdom fungi with the world.
Where to get Free Coffee Grounds for Growing Mushrooms
Starbucks has a wonderful program called Grounds for Your Garden where they give away their coffee grounds for free to use for growing your own mushrooms or composting for your garden.
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Mushroom History: George Washington Carver
George Washington Carver, born around 1864, was a prominent American agricultural scientist and inventor, particularly known for his work with alternative crops like peanuts and sweet potatoes. However, his contributions to mycology, the study of fungi, are less widely known but equally significant.
Looking for More Vitamin D in Mushrooms? Put them in the sun for 20 minutes!
Mushrooms are the sole non-meat/fish source of Vitamin D. Exposing harvested mushrooms to the sun for 20 minutes can increase their Vitamin D levels. Detailed research on this topic is available at the National Library of Health.
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Classic Oyster Mushroom Fried “Chicken” Recipe
This is one of my favorite things to do when I’ve got a heaping helping of oyster mushrooms to work with. The crispy golden texture and the savory flavor of the mushrooms are a dream together. You’ll want to double or triple this recipe because it’s that good…
Lions’ Mane Mushroom “Crab Cake” Recipe
This is one of the most beloved ways to cook up a bunch of fresh Lions’ Mane and the flavor is beyond compare. Lions’ Mane has an amazing crablike flavor and texture that lends itself perfectly to these “crab cakes”
What kind of rice should I use for growing oyster mushrooms or making grain spawn?
The most common question that I get about growing oyster mushrooms is “what kind of rice should I use for growing oyster mushrooms?” Hopefully, this will help demystify things a bit! So… What kind of rice should I use for growing oyster mushrooms? If you are using precooked “ready” rice – this is a great
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How long do mushrooms take to grow?
Different varieties and techniques can vary a great deal in how long it can take for your mushrooms to be ready to harvest. Oyster mushrooms take about two weeks to prepare grain spawn for, and another 2 weeks for a small harvest straight out of the grain spawn, or 3-4 weeks for a harvest out
What do Oyster Mushrooms Eat?
Oyster mushrooms can consume a huge variety of materials, from wood and straw to plastics, grains and even oil. They are currently being explored for their potential in cleaning up oil spills and could prove instrumental in eliminating landfills around the globe.