10 min read Beginner

How to Achieve Perfect Field Capacity

Master the squeeze test and learn to achieve optimal substrate moisture levels for fast colonization. Field capacity is critical for preventing contamination and ensuring healthy mycelial growth.

Key Topics: Squeeze test technique, moisture measurement, troubleshooting dry or wet substrate, species-specific requirements.

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15 min read Intermediate

Best Substrates for Oyster, Shiitake, and Lion's Mane

Species-specific substrate recipes and mixing guidelines for the most popular gourmet mushroom varieties. Learn which materials work best and why.

Key Topics: Substrate composition, supplementation strategies, sterilization vs pasteurization, hardwood vs agricultural waste.

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12 min read Essential

Preventing Contamination in Mushroom Growing

Essential sterile techniques, proper FAE management, and early contamination detection. Learn to identify green mold, bacterial contamination, and other common issues before they spread.

Key Topics: Sterile technique, contamination identification, prevention strategies, salvaging contaminated substrates.

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8 min read Troubleshooting

How to Fix Slow Colonization

Troubleshoot temperature issues, spawn rate problems, and substrate composition that affects mycelial growth speed. Get your colonization back on track.

Key Topics: Temperature optimization, spawn rate adjustment, substrate moisture, strain selection, troubleshooting stalls.

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20 min read Beginner

Complete Beginner Monotub Guide

Step-by-step monotub construction, substrate preparation, spawning, and fruiting instructions. Everything you need for your first successful monotub grow.

Key Topics: Tub selection, hole placement, substrate mixing, casing layers, fruiting chamber maintenance, harvesting.

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12 min read Intermediate

How to Maintain Ideal Fruiting Conditions

Optimize humidity, temperature, FAE, and lighting schedules for maximum yields. Learn to create and maintain perfect fruiting conditions consistently.

Key Topics: Humidity control, temperature management, FAE scheduling, light requirements, monitoring systems.

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