No mushroom has gathered unto it more folklore and mythology than this white-spotted fairytale fungus. As the name suggests it was formerly used as an insecticide, with pieces often floated in milk, to intoxicate and kill flies attracted by its aroma. It is commonly found in the Northern Hemisphere where it is native to temperate…
The youtube channel Another Perspective just uploaded an amazing time lapse of shiitake mushrooms growing and we are blown away! Enjoy this stunning time lapse photographed using 2 cameras for 10 days. Click here to watch the shiitake mushrooms time lapse! Click here to learn about Shiitake Mushrooms! Click here to watch our blue oyster…
Holy Shiitake! Shiitake mushrooms are one of the most popular mushrooms world wide. They have a rich, savory taste and are said to have diverse health benefits. The shiitake is an edible mushroom native in East Asia. They’re tan to dark brown, with caps that grow between 2 and 4 inches (5 and 10 cm)….
What is the Endocannabinoid System and how is it involved in the neurological pathways of pain, inflammation, insomnia and anxiety? Cannabidiol (CBD) oil occurs naturally in hemp and marijuana (collectively called cannabis). There are multiple cannabinoid compounds found in cannabis. Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and CBD are well known for their medicinal properties. CBD is ideal for…
1. The Discovery Chew chew chew. Pluck! Chew chew chew. Pluck! Pluck! Chew chew chew. “Ahhhh.” Emma was happy. The sun was shining and the gras was fresh and green. Pluck! Chew chew chew. Taking a deep breath, she relaxed and nature called. But what was that? Emma turned around and looked at her… You…
How to Grow Mushrooms: In this blog post I will begin to explain how to grow mushrooms. I will start by telling you how I prepare spawn jars with WBS grain. I use three types of grain and each are prepared differently. I will start off by reminding everyone, there are many techniques in mushroom…
Benefits of Composted Horse Manure Readily available in many rural areas, yet hard to come by in the city, learn the benefits of composted horse manure as a good source of nutrients and a popular addition to many home gardens. It is a prime source of nitrogen, potassium and phosphorus. It can give new…
How did food systems develop? Food systems first emerged with the beginning of civilization, when agriculture enabled permanent settlements. Now humans could grow more crops and raise more animals than they needed to feed they own families. The ability to produce a surplus changed human culture; instead of constantly moving to find new sources of…
What are Local Food Systems? (And why do we love them?) More and more people (aka Locavores) join the local foods movement. What exactly does local food mean and what are the advantages of “supporting your local farmer”? Everyone eats. Therefore, everyone needs food. (Duh!) If you don’t happen to be a self-sufficient farmer, living off…
Mushroom Cultivation requires some willingness to learn, some basic lab equipment and a lot of patience. This blog will give you an overview of the different steps on your way to harvesting fresh gourmet mushrooms. A detailed description of each step will follow (See the first one: How to Prepare Spawn). The easiest way to grow…
