Mushroom Cultivation For Beginners

Discover the fascinating world of mushroom cultivation with this easy-to-follow beginner's guide!In Mushroom Cultivation For Beginners, Richard Ekman walks you through the essential steps to grow gourmet and medicinal mushrooms at home. Learn how to choose the right species, create nutrient-rich substrates, and control humidity and light conditions. Then, harvest successfully — all with affordable, sustainable, and simple tools.Whether you live in an apartment or have a backyard garden, this book offers practical techniques for both indoor and outdoor cultivation. Species covered include oyster, lion's mane, shiitake, and more complex varieties like cordyceps. Explore popular substrates such as straw, sawdust, coffee grounds, and the versatile Master's Mix.You'll also learn how to identify and prevent common contaminations like green mold (Trichoderma), black mold, bacterial rot, and fungus gnats.Discover how to build DIY glove boxes for sterile work, and set up effective fruiting chambers like monotubs, shotgun terrariums, or Martha tents.Inside, you'll also find 11 beginner-friendly, low-cost DIY projects that will help you set up your growing environment quickly and easily.Ideal for curious first-time growers and urban gardeners, but also valuable for more advanced readers looking to expand their skills and experiment with gourmet and medicinal species.Start growing your own mushrooms today — naturally, affordably, and with confidence!