Growing button mushrooms,
in this course Growing Button Mushrooms is a practical course that teaches you how to cultivate one of the world’s most popular edible fungi at home or on a small farm. The course begins with an introduction to the life cycle of Agaricus bisporus and the conditions required for successful growth. You will learn how to prepare the growing medium using compost or organic matter, maintain the right temperature, humidity, and ventilation, and inoculate with mushroom spawn. Lessons explain how to manage the mycelium stage, apply a casing layer, and encourage pinning to form healthy mushroom buttons. The course also covers pest and disease prevention, safe handling, and harvesting methods to maximize yield and quality. You will explore ways to store and market fresh mushrooms, as well as tips for scaling up production. By the end, you will have the skills to grow nutritious, high-quality button mushrooms for personal use or small-scale business ventures. Brainy Garden
