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An in-depth exploration of organic mushroom cultivation practices, groundbreaking research and myriad ways to incorporate mushrooms into your life "A clear, comprehensive guide that is a gift to amateur as well as professional mushroom growers. This book opens the doors wide to a diverse and fascinating fungal world."—Toby Hemenway, author of Gaia’s Garden What would it take to grow mushrooms in space? How can mushroom cultivation help us manage, or at least make use of, invasive species such as kudzu and water hyacinth and thereby reduce dependence on herbicides? Is it possible to develop a low-cost and easy-to-implement mushroom-growing kit that would provide high-quality edible protei...
William Robinson's 1870s book is a complete source of information on the culture of mushrooms.
In William Falconer's 'Mushrooms: How to Grow Them', readers are provided with a comprehensive guide to mushroom culture that combines practical advice with a love for the subject matter. Falconer's straightforward prose makes the complexities of mushroom cultivation accessible to all readers, whether novice or experienced growers. The book not only covers the technical aspects of growing mushrooms but also delves into the historical and cultural significance of mushrooms, providing a well-rounded view of the subject. With detailed instructions and helpful illustrations, this treatise offers a valuable resource for those interested in exploring the world of mushroom farming. Falconer's writi...
A detailed and comprehensive guide for growing and using gourmet and medicinal mushrooms commercially or at home. “Absolutely the best book in the world on how to grow diverse and delicious mushrooms.”—David Arora, author of Mushrooms Demystified With precise growth parameters for thirty-one mushroom species, this bible of mushroom cultivation includes gardening tips, state-of-the-art production techniques, realistic advice for laboratory and growing room construction, tasty mushroom recipes, and an invaluable troubleshooting guide. More than 500 photographs, illustrations, and charts clearly identify each stage of cultivation, and a twenty-four-page color insert spotlights the intense beauty of various mushroom species. Whether you’re an ecologist, a chef, a forager, a pharmacologist, a commercial grower, or a home gardener—this indispensable handbook will get you started, help your garden succeed, and make your mycological landscapes the envy of the neighborhood.
"Offering clear and comprehensive instructions for low-tech growing for a range of budgets, interests, and scales, this book offers practical inspiration and a sense that "hey, I can do this!" –— DANIELLE STEVENSON, owner, DIY Fungi DIY Mushroom Cultivation is full of proven, reliable, low-cost techniques for home-scale cultivation that eliminate the need for a clean-air lab space to grow various mushrooms and their mycelium. Beautiful full-color photos and step-by-step instructions accompany a foundation of mushroom biology and ecology to support a holistic understanding of the practice. Growing techniques are applicable year-round, for any space from house to apartment, and for any cli...
Mastering Mushroom Cultivation is your ultimate guide to growing gourmet and medicinal mushrooms at home, whether indoors or outdoors. This book simplifies the complex world of mushroom farming, making it accessible to beginners while offering advanced techniques for seasoned enthusiasts. Inside, you'll uncover step-by-step instructions on every aspect of mushroom cultivation, from understanding mycelium growth and choosing the right substrates to creating optimal growing environments and mastering harvesting techniques. You'll also explore innovative approaches such as vertical farming, companion planting, and integrating mushrooms into sustainable living systems. Packed with practical tips...