Got a bag of grain spawn and wondering what to do next? Grain spawn is the cheapest way to grow serious amounts of gourmet mushrooms at home, and it's easier than it looks. This beginner's guide covers what grain spawn actually is, how much to use, which substrate to mix it into, and how to spot contamination... right through to your first harvest. Written for New Zealand growers, from our North Canterbury farm.

Learn how to make a spore syringe at home for successful mushroom cultivation. This easy guide covers steps from spore prints to sterile syringes, plus tips for germination, storage, and contamination testing. Ideal for beginners growing gourmet or medicinal mushrooms.

Learn how to make a mushroom spore print with this easy step by step guide.