The mushroom substrate is a cosy, nutrient-packed foundation where mushrooms thrive—think of it as the secret sauce behind every successful mushroom harvest. Whether you are growing gourmet mushrooms or just starting out, a great substrate is key to large, beautiful fungi.
Rye is a powerhouse among cereal grains, prized for its dense structure and rich nutritional profile. It provides the perfect foundation for robust mycelial growth, making it a top choice for cultivating a variety of mushroom species. And yes, it’s Australian Certified Organic, so you know you're getting the best.
Grain spawn is the most reliable, consistent, and effective way to kickstart your mushroom cultivation. A single bag can inoculate 10 times its weight in bulk substrates like straw, sawdust, and wood chips. But here’s where it gets exciting—use it as a spawn "master" to inoculate more sterilized grain before moving to the final substrate, and you’ll see a 10,000% increase in biomass!
Our specialised injection-port spawn bags make inoculation a breeze. Simply inject your liquid culture syringe and let the 0.2-micron air filter keep everything sterile while your mycelium gets a running start. Once fully colonised, mature grain spawn is naturally resistant to contamination and ready to be handled for bulk substrate spawning—whether it's sawdust, wood chips, dowels, or straw.
Mushrooms are nature’s bioaccumulators, meaning they absorb toxins at levels far beyond their surroundings. While this is great for soil health, it’s not ideal for human consumption. With rising pesticide and toxin levels in our environment, sourcing pure, organic ingredients has never been more critical.