Why Your Monotub Isn’t Pinning (And How to Fix It)
By Michael Hawthorne
If your monotub is fully colonized but not pinning, the issue is often fresh air exchange. Learn how to fix stalled tubs, prevent overlay, and trigger healthy pinning fast.
Growing Tips
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Top Tips for Storing Your Fresh Mushrooms
By Michael Hawthorne
So you’ve harvested your mushrooms? What’s next? It’s time for you to store them appropriately. We can teach you how. Click here for more information.
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Summer Growing Tips & Preventing Contamination!
By Michael Hawthorne
Summer is approaching! With warm weather baking the Midwest recently, the heat always brings its own set of problems and benefits in the mushroom growing world. Humidity: Mushrooms love that...
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Dunking a Bulk Grow? Good Idea or Not?
By Midwest Grow Kits Management
Thinking about dunking your bulk grow like a PF cake? It can be done—but it’s usually not worth the risk. Here’s why experienced growers rarely recommend it.
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Long Term Mycelium Storage
By Michael Hawthorne
You may have heard or read about using agar slants in many online communities or books. It has become a popular tool in preserving your mycelium for long term use....
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5 Simple Ways To Preserve Your Mushrooms
By Michael Hawthorne
Mushrooms are a versatile and delicious addition to many dishes, but their short shelf life can be challenging. Don’t fret if you find yourself with more mushrooms than you can...
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Spore Syringe Buying Guide: Basics, Common Issues, Vendors and more!
By Michael Hawthorne
Our guide to buying spores, what to expect, what common issues to look for and more questions answered here! Also our top vendors for 2024!
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4 Essential Foraging Tools Every Beginner Needs
By Michael Hawthorne
Are you looking to forage mushrooms but aren’t sure where to start? You need the right tools for the job. Click here to find out more about them.
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5 Tips for Easier Mushroom Spore Harvesting
By Michael Hawthorne
Are you a budding amateur mycologist looking to make more mushrooms? You need to learn how to harvest your spores. Click here for tips on how to do it.
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How To Properly Store Mushroom Substrate Jars
By Michael Hawthorne
Are you a beginning cultivator looking to properly store their mushroom substrate jars after inoculation? We can help. Read on for more tips on how to do it.
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Top 10 Ways To Increase Your Mushroom Yield
By Michael Hawthorne
Are you a mushroom cultivator looking to increase your yield? Look no further. We have tips that will increase your mushroom yield in no time.
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5 Tips for Growing Oyster Mushrooms at Home
By Michael Hawthorne
If you’re interested in growing your own mushrooms at home, there are a few things you should know. This guide explores the top tips for success.
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Learn AGAR Basics
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How to work with AGAR- The BASICS You may have heard or read about using agar plates in many online communities or books. It has become a popular tool in...
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