Spore Syringes: Storage & Use

Spore Syringes: Storage & Use Storage: Spore syringes can be kept at room temperature and remain viable for approximately 1 year. However, there have been reports of them staying good for 2-3 years at room temp Although they will remain viable at room temperature,...

How To Make Spore Syringes

How To Make Spore Syringes Introduction Spore syringes are the most common way spores are sold and used within the microscopy community. While their shelf life is shorter compared to those of spore swabs or prints, they’re extremely easy to use which also makes them...

Gourmet Flavor Profiles

Gourmet Flavor Profiles Pink Oyster Pleurotus djamor Flavor Profile: Has a seafood-like aroma and taste Their flavor is also commonly compared to bacon or ham Has a meaty texture The flavors intensifies when cooked, like most mushrooms Popular Uses in Cooking: Makes a...

Grain Prep

Prepping Rye Berries for Grain Spawn Introduction In this blog post, we will be teaching you the proper steps to clean, hydrate, and sterilize rye berries to use as spawn for gourmet mushroom colonization. Most species of gourmet mushrooms can be effectively grown on...