Necessary Supplies to Get Started! Mushroom Mastery Series
Here are all of the supplies that I recommend for those starting out to be successful from the get-go! These are the materials I use on the Mushroom Mastery Series on YouTube.
All of the links are my affiliate links, so I may earn a small commission should you choose to purchase an item, at no extra cost to you, and sometimes at a 5-10% discount.
Whether you choose to use one of my links or not, this list should give you a good idea of what you need to grow simply and effectively.
Genetics:
1) Inoculate the World! Great genetics vendor. You will get 10% off most items using the link below, unless the item is already discounted like many of the bundle packs. You can also use the code "Mycophilia" at checkout as well.
https://tinyurl.com/ITWMycophilia
2) Me! Feel free to send me an email to inquire about my genetics and mentorship program, don't worry I don't bite! (P.S. I only sell spores and cultures, no syringes atm. All for microscopy use only)
Sanitization & Sterilization:
HOCL GENERATOR (Better than ISO, much cheaper longer-term as well. Any generator on this website will work):
https://ecoloxtech.com/mycosage
OR
70% ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL:
INSTANT POT! The All-in-One Pasteurization and Sterilization Solution for Mycology!:
OR
PRESSURE COOKER: Less versatile than an Instant Pot but great for making big batches:
Aluminum Foil, instant sterile working surface, and great for making prints on:
Torch Lighter:
Butane Refill for Torch:
Masks:
Gloves:
Spawn:
POWER DRILL (Can come in handy for other purposes than just making holes, although I personally do not use one. You will need either this or the holepunch below to make holes in your jars):
OR
HOLE PUNCH:
Micropore Tape:
Mason Jars:
Brown Rice (Do not buy any parboiled rice. Uncle Ben Brand is parboiled):
Fruiting and Storage:
Shoebox (12-pack):
Shoebox (36-pack, great value!):
Coco Coir:
Bucket with Lid:
Fine Misters:
Dessicants:
Dehydrator:
Agar Necessities
Industry-Standard Petris (500-pack):
Quality Malt Extract for Clear Plates:
Industry-Standard Agar Agar:
Media Bottle for Easy Pouring:
Still Air Box
Buy a 100L + sized Sterilite tote
Soldering Iron
Dawn Dish Soap (for SAB):
Scalpel and Blades:
Inoculation Loop:
Cling Wrap (for wrapping plates):