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Substrate & Preparation

Substrate is the food supply. These materials determine water-holding capacity, structure and the nutrition available to colonising mycelium, and they are the cheapest place to improve your results.

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Coco Coir

Shredded coconut husk pith with excellent water-holding structure.

Small to large batchesGuide →

Substrate & PreparationColonization

Hardwood Sawdust

The classic bulk substrate base for wood-loving species.

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Substrate & PreparationColonization

Substrate Mixing Tub

A wide, food-grade tub for hydrating and blending bulk substrate.

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Substrate & PreparationColonization

Straw Pellets

Compressed straw pellets that hydrate fast and pasteurise easily.

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Substrate & PreparationFruiting

Vermiculite

A lightweight mineral that holds water and keeps casing open.

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Substrate & PreparationColonization

Gypsum

Calcium sulphate amendment that loosens structure and buffers pH.

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