Amanita Muscaria

Amanita Muscaria

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…

Beautiful Shiitake Mushrooms Time Lapse

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…

How does CBD work?

How does CBD work?

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…

Local Food Systems

Local Food Systems

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: Grow Your Own Mushrooms

Mushroom Cultivation: Grow Your Own Mushrooms

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…