Midwest Foraging 115 Wild and Flavorful Edibles from Burdock to Wild Peach by Lisa M. Rose

“This full color guide makes foraging accessible for beginners and is a reliable source for advanced foragers.” —Edible ChicagoThe Midwest offers a veritable feast for foragers, and with Lisa Rose as your trusted guide you will learn how to safely find and identify an abundance of delicious wild plants. The plant profiles in Midwest Foraging include clear, color photographs, identification tips, guidance on how to ethically harvest, and suggestions for eating and preserving. A handy seasonal planner details which plants are available during every season. Thorough, comprehensive, and safe, this is a must-have for foragers in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Minnesota, Michigan, Missouri, Nebraska, Ohio, South Dakota, and North Dakota. 

Page Count318 pages

PublisherTimber Press

ISBN-139781604695311

Ideal for hikers, foragers, and naturalists, the Timber Press Field Guides are the perfect tools for loving where you live.

Mushrooms of the Northeastern United States and Eastern Canada is a comprehensive field guide to the most conspicuous, distinctive, and ecologically important mushrooms found in the region. This useful guide features introductory chapters on the basics of mushroom structure, life cycles, and habitats. Profiles include color photographs, keys, and diagrams to aid in identification, and tips on how to recognize and avoid poisonous mushrooms.

• Covers Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Wisconsin, and the Canadian provinces of New Brunswick, Newfoundland, Ontario, and most of Quebec
• Describes and illustrates more than 500 species
• 550 photographs, with additional keys and diagrams
• Clear, color-coded layout

Page Count 600 pages

Publisher Timber Press

ISBN-13 9781604696349

Mushrooms of the Rocky Mountain Region: Timber Press Field Guide

By Vera Stucky Evenson

By Denver Botanic Gardens

Ideal for hikers, foragers, and naturalists, the Timber Press Field Guides are the perfect tools for loving where you live.

Mushrooms of the Rocky Mountain Region is a comprehensive field guide to the most conspicuous, distinctive, and ecologically important mushrooms found in the region. This useful guide features introductory chapters on the basics of mushroom structure, life cycles, and habitats. Profiles include color photographs, keys, and diagrams to aid in identification, and tips on how to recognize and avoid poisonous mushrooms.

• Covers Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming, as well as adjacent areas in Montana and Idaho
• Describes and illustrates 220 species
• More than 500 photographs, with additional keys and diagrams
• Clear color-coded layout

Page Count 298 pages

Publisher Timber Press

ISBN-13 9781604695762

Mushrooms of the Southeast: Timber Press Field Guide

By Todd F. Elliott

By Steven L. Stephenson

Ideal for hikers, foragers, and naturalists, the Timber Press Field Guides are the perfect tools for loving where you live.

Mushrooms of the Southeast is a comprehensive field guide to the most conspicuous, distinctive, and ecologically important mushrooms found in the region. This useful guide features introductory chapters on the basics of mushroom structure, life cycles, and habitats. Profiles include color photographs, keys, and diagrams to aid in identification, and tips on how to recognize and avoid poisonous mushrooms.

• Covers Alabama, Arkansas, northern Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia
• Describes and illustrates more than 350 species
• 348 photographs, with additional keys and diagrams
• Clear, color-coded layout

Page Count 408 pages

Publisher Timber Press

ISBN-13 9781604697308

Mushrooms: A Wooden Magnet Set by Meg Madden

Bring the wonder and curiosity of mushrooms to your home or office with this keepsake set of illustrated wooden magnets, fold-out poster, sticker sheets, and mini guidebook.

•  Deluxe wooden magnets: This set includes 8 full-color, illustrated wooden magnets, each featuring a unique variety of mushrooms.
• Fold-out poster: Show off your love for fabulous fungi with this 6 3/8 X 7 1/4 inch illustrated fold-out poster. 
• Book included: Learn the ins and outs of the 8 featured mushroom varieties, plus foraging basics, in the enclosed 48-page, fully-illustrated paperback book. 
• Bonus sticker sheets: Two sheets of full-color stickers add myco-tastic flair to anything you place them on.
• A unique gift for mushroom or nature lovers: Mushroom and nature lovers of all ages and abilities will love this unique gift set. 

Page Count 32 pages

Publisher RP Minis

ISBN-13 9780762481378

Nathalie Lété: Mushrooms 1,000-Piece Puzzle

Welcome to Nathalie Lété’s Enchanted WorldA morel, a pair of butter-yellow chanterelles, a beautiful speckled red agaricus—in this budding grove of magic mushrooms, retrace the magic of Nathalie Lete’s imagination, and revel in her breathtaking colors and imagery.

• Featuring:​1,000 full-color interlocking pieces
• Art print with puzzle image
• Finished puzzle is 19" x 23 4/5"

Publisher PublisherArtisan

ISBN-13 9781648290879

Simple and Advanced Techniques for Growing Shiitake, Oyster, Lion's Mane, and Maitake Mushrooms at Home

By Stephen Russell

From the basics of using mushroom kits to working with grain spawn, liquid cultures, and fruiting chambers, Stephen Russell covers everything you need to know to produce mouthwatering shiitakes, oysters, lion’s manes, maitakes, and portobellos. Whether you’re interested in growing them for your own kitchen or to sell at a local market, you’ll soon be harvesting a delicious and abundant crop of mushrooms. 

ISBN-13 9781612121468

Publisher Storey

Page Count 232 pages

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Key Features:

• Enhanced Substrate Quality: Incorporate into your mushroom substrate to improve structure, increase water retention, and provide essential nutrients.
• Rapid Dissolution: The fine powder form dissolves quickly and evenly, making it easy to mix into substrates without clumping.
• Nutrient Boost: Delivers calcium and sulfur, crucial for vigorous mycelial growth and optimal mushroom development.
• Easy Application: Can be mixed directly into your substrate or watered in, depending on your cultivation setup.
• Suitable for All Mushroom Types: Whether you’re growing oysters, shiitakes, or any other gourmet or medicinal mushrooms, gypsum is a versatile addition to your cultivation process.

Product Specifications:

• Weight Options: 5 lbs, 10 lbs, 50 lbs
• Material: Fine powder gypsum
• Packaging: Comes in sturdy, resealable bags to maintain purity and ease handling.

Instructions for Use:

1. Add gypsum to your substrate mix at a rate of 2% to 5% of the total substrate weight.
2. Thoroughly mix the gypsum into your substrate to ensure even distribution.
3. Use the substrate as usual in your mushroom cultivation process, maintaining the required moisture and temperature conditions.
4. Observe enhanced mycelial growth and improved mushroom yields as a result of better substrate conditioning.

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Maximize your mushroom cultivation potential with Natural Milo Grain, expertly chosen for its effectiveness in supporting fungal growth. Offered in 5, 10, and 50 pound bags, this premium quality grain provides an ideal substrate base for both novice and seasoned mushroom cultivators aiming for efficient colonization and impressive yields.

Key Features:

• Ideal Grain Size: The larger grain size of milo offers excellent surface area for mycelial attachment and vigorous growth, promoting strong and healthy colonization.
• Nutrient-Dense: Packed with vital nutrients, milo grain ensures your mushroom cultures flourish, enhancing both growth and vitality.
• Ready for Sterilization: Our natural milo grain arrives ready for you to sterilize according to your specific cultivation protocols, offering flexibility and control over your preparation process.
• Multiple Package Sizes: Whether you are managing a small personal project or a large-scale commercial operation, our 5 lb, 10 lb, and 50 lb options cater to your needs.

Product Specifications:

• Available Sizes: 5 lbs, 10 lbs, 50 lbs
• Type: High-quality natural milo grain
• Packaging: Securely sealed bags to preserve freshness and prevent contamination during shipping and storage.

Instructions for Use:

1. Sterilize the milo grain as per your cultivation setup to ensure it is free from contaminants.
2. Inoculate the sterilized grain with your selected mushroom spawn under sterile conditions.
3. Incubate the inoculated grain at the correct temperatures for your specific mushroom species.
4. Once full colonization is achieved, transfer the grain to your fruiting substrate or use it to inoculate larger bulk substrates.
5. Maintain the appropriate environmental conditions for successful fruiting and optimal harvest.

Natural Milo Grain is an excellent choice for cultivators who prefer a hands-on approach, allowing you to prepare and customize your substrate as needed. This high-performance grain substrate lays the foundation for a successful and productive mushroom growing experience.

Achieve superior mycelial growth with Premium Millet Grain tailored specifically for mushroom cultivation. Available in 5, 10, and 40 pound sizes, millet grain offers a nutrient-rich substrate component that enhances colonization speed and consistency. This small-grain substrate is an excellent choice for cultivators seeking to optimize their grow operations.

Key Features:

• Optimal Grain Size: Millet's small size allows for increased points of inoculation, facilitating faster and more uniform mycelial colonization.
• High Nutrient Content: Provides essential nutrients that are ideal for supporting robust mycelial growth and development.
• Prepared for Purity: Our millet is carefully prepared to ensure it is clean and free of contaminants, ready for use in your substrate mix.
• Versatile Bag Sizes: Whether you are experimenting on a small scale or ramping up to larger production, choose from 5 lb, 10 lb, or 40 lb bags to meet your cultivation needs.

Product Specifications:

• Available Sizes: 5 lbs, 10 lbs, 40 lbs
• Type: High-quality millet grain
• Packaging: Securely sealed bags to maintain freshness and prevent contamination

Instructions for Use:

1. Sterilize or pasteurize the millet grain according to your specific cultivation protocol.
2. Inoculate with your chosen mushroom spawn.
3. Incubate under the appropriate conditions for your mushroom species.
4. Monitor the colonization process, then transfer to fruiting conditions once full colonization is achieved.

Premium Millet Grain is the perfect foundation for any mushroom grower looking to enhance their substrate's effectiveness. With its fine grain size and high nutrient profile millet helps you achieve a faster and healthier mycelial network. Get your bags today and cultivate with confidence!

Unlock the full potential of your mushroom cultivation with Oak Hardwood Pellets. Available in 5, 10, and 40 pound bags, these pellets are crafted from premium oak hardwood, providing an exceptional substrate for a variety of mushroom species. Ideal for cultivators looking to boost their production with a reliable and effective substrate choice.

Key Features:

• Premium Oak Hardwood: Made from 100% natural oak, known for its durability and excellent fungal compatibility, enhancing mushroom flavor and growth.
• Efficient Colonization: Our pellets break down into a fibrous texture when hydrated, offering an ideal structure for mycelium to thrive and colonize quickly.
• Easy to Use: Simply soak the pellets in water to prepare them for use, eliminating the need for complex preparation steps.
• Versatile Sizes: Whether you're experimenting with a new species or ramping up production, choose from 5 lb, 10 lb, or 40 lb options to fit your cultivation scale.

Product Specifications:

• Available Sizes: 5 lbs, 10 lbs, 40 lbs
• Material: 100% natural oak hardwood
• Form: Compressed pellets
• Packaging: Strong, durable bags that keep the pellets dry and ready to use

Instructions for Use:

1. Hydrate the oak hardwood pellets in water until they expand and break down into a sawdust-like consistency.
2. Sterilize or pasteurize the hydrated substrate to prepare it for inoculation.
3. Inoculate with your chosen mushroom spawn.
4. Maintain the substrate under appropriate environmental conditions for your mushroom species.
5. Watch as your mushrooms develop, benefiting from the rich and supportive structure of the oak hardwood.

Oak Hardwood Pellets are the perfect foundation for growing robust and flavorful mushrooms. With their natural composition and easy-to-use format, these pellets help you create a superior cultivation environment for optimal mushroom production.

Enhance your mushroom cultivation with Organic Popcorn, specially selected for its superior performance as a mushroom substrate. Available in 5, 10, and 25 pound bags, this organic popcorn provides a nutrient-rich, natural substrate that promotes vigorous mycelial growth and abundant mushroom yields. Perfect for cultivators looking for an organic and effective substrate option.

Key Features:

• Certified Organic: Grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers, our popcorn is certified organic, ensuring a pure and natural substrate for your mushrooms.
• Highly Nutritious: Popcorn’s unique structure and high nutrient content make it an excellent food source for developing mycelium, helping to foster a healthy and productive grow environment.
• Ideal Grain Size: The large kernels provide ample surface area for mycelium to colonize, enhancing the efficiency and speed of growth.
• Versatile Packaging Sizes: Whether you are a small-scale hobbyist or a large-scale commercial grower, choose from our 5, 10, or 25 pound options to best suit your cultivation needs.

Product Specifications:

• Available Sizes: 5 lbs, 10 lbs, 25 lbs
• Type: Certified organic popcorn
• Packaging: Durable, resealable bags that maintain freshness and ease handling

Instructions for Use:

1. Properly hydrate and sterilize the popcorn according to your cultivation protocol.
2. Inoculate the sterilized popcorn with your chosen mushroom spawn.
3. Incubate under optimal conditions tailored to your specific mushroom species.
4. Once fully colonized, transfer to your fruiting chamber or mix with a bulk substrate for larger yields.
5. Monitor and maintain appropriate environmental conditions to promote fruiting and harvest.

Organic Popcorn offers a sustainable and efficient way to cultivate a variety of mushrooms, providing all the necessary nutrients and conditions for successful growth. Ideal for those seeking an organic approach to mushroom cultivation, this popcorn is ready to propel your growing projects to new heights!

Elevate your mushroom cultivation with Organic Rye Berries available in 5, 10, and 25 pound bags. These high-quality rye berries offer an optimal substrate for many types of mushroom species, providing the necessary nutrients for vigorous mycelial growth. Our organic rye berries are perfect for those looking to maximize their yields with a sustainable, effective grain option.

Key Features:

• Certified Organic: Our rye berries are grown without the use of synthetic pesticides or fertilizers, ensuring a pure and natural product ideal for organic mushroom cultivation.
• Perfect for Grain Spawn: The size and nutrient profile of rye berries make them an excellent choice for creating grain spawn, offering an ideal environment for mycelial development..
• Versatile Bag Sizes: Available in 5 lb, 10 lb, and 25 lb bags to cater to both small-scale hobbyists and large-scale commercial growers.

Product Specifications:

• Available Sizes: 5 lbs, 10 lbs, 25 lbs
• Type: High-quality organic rye berries
• Packaging: Durable, resealable bags to maintain freshness and prevent contamination

Instructions for Use:

1. Sterilize the rye berries to prepare them for inoculation.
2. Inoculate with your chosen mushroom spawn under sterile conditions.
3. Allow the grain spawn to colonize in a controlled environment.
4. Once colonization is complete, use the spawn to inoculate bulk substrates or transfer to fruiting conditions.
5. Monitor environmental conditions closely to ensure optimal growth and fruiting.

Organic Rye Berries provide a robust foundation for your mushroom cultivation projects. Their nutrient-rich composition and adaptability make them a superior choice for growers aiming to produce high-quality, organic mushrooms. Start with the best to grow the best – order your bags today!

Boost your mushroom cultivation with Soybean Hull Pellets, available in 5, 10, and 44 pound bags. These pellets are a superior substrate additive, offering a highly nutritious and water-retentive option for mushroom growers. Ideal for enhancing yield and growth rate, our soybean hull pellets are perfect for both amateur and professional cultivators aiming for high-quality, abundant mushroom production.

Key Features:

• Nutrient-Rich Composition: Soybean hulls are known for their high nutrient content, providing essential elements that stimulate vigorous mycelial growth.
• Enhanced Water Retention: Helps maintain optimal moisture levels within your substrate, crucial for mushroom cultivation.
• Easy to Use: Pellets break down easily when mixed with water, simplifying the preparation process.
• Versatile Substrate Additive: Perfect for use with a variety of substrates, enhancing growth conditions for a wide range of mushroom species.
• Multiple Sizes Available: Choose from 5 lb, 10 lb, or 44 lb bags to match the scale of your cultivation projects.

Product Specifications:

• Available Sizes: 5 lbs, 10 lbs, 44 lbs
• Material: Compressed soybean hulls
• Packaging: Sturdy, resealable bags that ensure freshness and ease of storage

Instructions for Use:

1. Hydrate the soybean hull pellets by soaking in water until they expand.
2. Mix the hydrated pellets into your primary substrate to enhance its structure and nutrient profile.
3. Sterilize or pasteurize your mixed substrate according to your cultivation needs.
4. Inoculate with your chosen mushroom spawn.
5. Maintain the required environmental conditions for your mushroom species, monitoring moisture and temperature closely.
6. Proceed to the fruiting phase once full colonization is achieved.

Soybean Hull Pellets are an essential component for any mushroom grower looking to optimize their substrate's performance. With their excellent nutrient profile and moisture retention properties, these pellets help create the perfect environment for developing strong, healthy mushrooms. Add them to your cultivation routine and watch your yields soar!

Discover the benefits of Organic Wheat Berries, available in 5, 10, and 25 pound bags. These high-quality wheat berries serve as an excellent substrate for grain spawn, providing the essential nutrients and ideal structure for vigorous mycelial growth. Perfect for cultivators seeking an organic and efficient foundation for their mushroom projects.

Key Features:

• Certified Organic: Grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers, ensuring a pure, natural substrate for your mushrooms.
• Optimal Nutrition: Wheat berries are rich in carbohydrates and other nutrients, providing a robust energy source for developing mycelium.
• Ideal for Grain Spawn: Their size and hard outer shell make them excellent for colonization and subsequent transfer to bulk substrates.
• Versatile Packaging Sizes: Choose from 5 lb, 10 lb, or 25 lb options to suit the scale of your cultivation efforts, from experimental home projects to larger commercial ventures.

Product Specifications:

• Available Sizes: 5 lbs, 10 lbs, 25 lbs
• Type: High-quality organic wheat berries
• Packaging: Securely sealed bags to maintain freshness and prevent contamination

Instructions for Use:

1. Properly hydrate and sterilize the wheat berries to prepare them for inoculation.
2. Inoculate with your chosen mushroom spawn under sterile conditions.
3. Allow the grain spawn to colonize in a controlled environment.
4. Once colonization is complete, use the spawn to inoculate bulk substrates or transfer to fruiting conditions.
5. Maintain the appropriate environmental conditions for your mushroom species to ensure successful fruiting.

Organic Wheat Berries provide a reliable and nutritious base for your mushroom cultivation, promoting strong mycelial growth and successful mushroom production. With their organic quality and excellent nutritional profile, these wheat berries are an essential choice for any cultivator aiming for high yields and robust growth.