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What are saprophytic fungi? Saprophytic fungi feed on dead plant and animal remains. Many are extremely beneficial, breaking down this organic material into humus, minerals… Read More »What Is A Saprophytic Mushroom?

Fungal Disease-Specific Research Candidiasis. Candida are yeast that can be found on the skin, mucous membranes, and in the intestinal tract. Cryptococcosis. Aspergillosis. Coccidioidomycosis (Valley… Read More »What Are 10 Diseases Caused By Fungi?

All species of true morels found in Michigan have one characteristic in common: their caps (heads, tops) are pitted with little hollows, as if holes… Read More »How Do You Identify Morel Mushrooms?

Mushrooms need a growing medium or substrate that the mushroom mycelium can use to grow and establish itself. They may grow on dead trees or… Read More »Do Mushrooms Only Grow On Dead Trees?

Reuse the Bag Although you probably want to start with new bags when making fruiting blocks or propagating spawn bags, you can always reuse your… Read More »Can You Reuse Mushroom Grow Bags?

Go for a 10-20% ratio, ie. If you are making a 25 lb log, use 2.5-5 lbs of spawn. This is probably higher than required,… Read More »How Much Mushroom Spawn Do I Need?

Artificial cultivation has allowed for the morphological identification of the fungi that tend to colonize cadavers. Aspergillus, Penicillium, Candida and Mucor have been identified as… Read More »What Fungi Grow On Corpses?

This is the residual waste generated by the mushroom production industry. Its formulation consists of a combination of wheat straw, dried blood, horse manure and… Read More »Do Mushroom Farms Smell?

Yes – it is possible to reuse mushroom substrate. What can I do with leftover mushroom substrate? There are many appropriate uses for spent mushroom… Read More »Can You Reuse Mushroom Substrate?

We recommend placing your grow kit on your kitchen bench, out of direct sunlight. This will allow you to check on them daily and serve… Read More »Where Should A Mushroom Grow Kit Be Placed?