Mushroom Cultivation Workshops

About this event

LOW TECH OYSTER MUSHROOM CULTIVATION - 2 HOURSThe most accessible and reliable method for DIY mushroom cultivation. From newbies, to novices, this workshop aims to provide something for all levels of experienceA complete guide, showing you how to grow, harvest, and regrow mushrooms at homeThis technique allows you to remix and grow again and again in your own predrilled container2-3 consecutive harvests, with an average yield of 1-3kgWhat you will learn - The life cycle of wild mushrooms vs cultivated mushroomsThe role of fungi in nature & how it connects ecosystemsHow to select & source suitable materialsThe different stages of mushroom cultivation & a variety of methods What you will leave with - Your own inoculated bucket, which can be used again and againNew skills to grow mushrooms at home with minimal kit and no fancy equipment LOG INOCULATION - 2 HOURSGrowing mushrooms on logs is the simplest and most natural method of mushroom cultivation. Once inoculated, the logs require minimal care. This step-by-step guide will walk you through everything you need to know to successfully grow your own you will learn about - How fungi support biodiversity and grow in their natural habitat.The role of saprophytic mushrooms in nature: The decomposersHow to select and prepare logs for cultivation.Best practices for maintaining optimal growing conditions.