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Thor Bag Shaker: The Effortless Way to Shake Fruiting and Spawn Bags
Say goodbye to the hassle and strain of manually shaking bags. The Thor Bag Shaker is designed to handle all your bag-shaking needs, ensuring consistent results every time.
Save hours of effort with this one easy to use piece of equipment. You just set it and forget it. Place your fruiting or spawn bags, choose your speed, and walk away. Reclaim your time and reduce your labor costs as your mushroom farm grows.
Already in big demand since our BETA testers have been farms that are setting up 3 of these on table as a mixing or shaking station. Break free from the physical grind of trying to manually mix, shake or stir your material by hand.
Fast Fruiting Pellets, also known as Masters Mix, are a premium substrate for mushroom cultivation. Comprising 50% Oak and 50% Soy Hulls, these pellets are blended and compressed into an easy-to-use form. This mixture provides an optimal growing medium for Oyster, Lion’s Mane and more,, simplifying the labor and measurements typically involved in mixing sawdust and supplements.
When crafting your ideal substrate mix, the two essential ingredients are 100% Oak Sawdust and Soybean Hulls. These pellets offer a convenient alternative, being easier to handle, transport, mix, and measure than loose hulls. They also break down rapidly when water is added.
Like our 100% Oak and 100% Soy Hull pellets, Fast Fruiting Pellets can be purchased individually or in bulk using our request a quote form. We have successfully shipped these pellets to growers across the USA, ensuring they arrive in excellent condition.
The effectiveness of this substrate mix is unparalleled. Many mushroom varieties thrive in this medium, making it the best growth option for many cultivators. Using these pellets saves time and effort, as you only need to add water and mix before placing the substrate in your grow bag. Some growers have reported doubling their flush sizes and observing healthier mushrooms, leading to increased yields and sales.
The quality and appearance of your fresh, locally grown mushrooms significantly influence their market value. Attractive, healthy mushrooms are more likely to catch the eye of restaurant owners and grocers, enhancing your sales opportunities. While you still need to apply your skills as a dedicated mushroom farmer, these pellets make achieving excellent results easier for many mushroom varieties.
Please note that some pellets may break down slightly during shipping, resulting in a dustier appearance. This characteristic actually aids in faster breakdown and easier use once they arrive.
Here are 10 common questions and their answers about why gourmet mushroom farmers love to use the Master's Mix as a substrate:
What is the Fast-Fruiting Mix?
The Fast-Fruiting Mix is a substrate blend commonly used by mushroom growers, typically consisting of hardwood sawdust and soy hulls. It's known for its ability to support robust mushroom growth. Our Fast-Fruiting Mix is our own line of mushroom substrate pellets. These are produced under specific conditions to create the world’s best substrate material.
Why is Fast-Fruiting Mix popular among gourmet mushroom farmers?
It's highly nutritious and provides an optimal environment for the growth of gourmet mushrooms, resulting in larger yields and better-quality mushrooms.
What types of gourmet mushrooms grow well on the Master's Mix?
Varieties such as oyster, lion's mane, and more thrive on the Master's Mix due to its rich nutrient profile.
How does the Master's Mix improve mushroom yields?
The combination of hardwood sawdust and soy hulls creates a balanced substrate with high levels of nutrients, promoting vigorous mycelial growth and substantial fruiting bodies.
Is the Fast-Fruiting Mix easy to prepare?
Yes, it’s relatively straightforward to prepare. Since our Fast-Fruiting Mix pellets are already that ideal 50-50 mix of soy hulls and oak, made into pellets. You just measure the weight of the pellets, measure your water by weight and mix the two together.
Don’t let others fool you with a hand mixed bag of pellets. What you want is a premixed pellet that is made from that ideal 50-50 mix into single pellets. It saves time, labor, and prevents mistakes.
What makes the Master's Mix more effective than other substrates?
The Master's Mix offers a consistent and nutrient-rich environment, reducing the chances of contamination and supporting faster colonization compared to other substrates like straw or plain sawdust.
Can beginners use the Fast-Fruiting Mix for mushroom cultivation?
Absolutely! Its ease of preparation and effectiveness make it a great choice for both novice and experienced growers. Experienced growers choose the Fast-Fruiting Mix because it saves them time, labor, and improves production. New growers love it because it makes preparing an ideal gourmet mushroom growing substrate a breeze.
How does the Fast-Fruiting Mix affect the flavor and texture of mushrooms?
Mushrooms grown on the Master's Mix often have enhanced flavors and textures due to the rich nutrients in the substrate, making them more desirable for gourmet cooking.
What are the benefits of using hardwood sawdust and soy hulls in the Fast-Fruiting Mix?
Hardwood sawdust provides a stable structure and long-lasting nutrients, while soy hulls offer additional nitrogen and proteins, making the mix exceptionally balanced for mushroom growth.
Can the Fast-Fruiting Mix be reused for multiple growing cycles?
Many growers get 2-3 flushes per block, and then start to use new Fast-Fruiting Mix in new bags or containers of substrate. The spent substrate is adored by many flower growers, and master gardeners, so it can become an extra source of income for some farms.
Features and Benefits:
- Versatile Shaking: Suitable for all bag sizes and various substrates and grains.
- Digital Timer: Allows precise control over shake duration for uniform and repeatable results.
- Analog Speed Control: Fine-tune the shaking speed to match the specific needs of your materials.
- Hands-Free Operation: Pedal activation means you can operate the shaker without using your hands, maintaining cleanliness and convenience.
- Ergonomic Design: Reduces repetitive strain, making it easier to shake multiple bags without discomfort.
- Bag Safety: Designed with a low risk of bag breakage, protecting your valuable materials.
- Compact and Efficient: Smaller footprint compared to other shaking equipment like tubes or clothes dryers, with low power consumption (<150 watts).
What’s Included:
- Bag Shaker Motor Assembly
- Bag Shaker Tray
- Foot Pedal
- Timer Housing
- 24-Volt Power Cord
- Safety-Edged Bag Shaker Pan
Future Enhancements:
- LC Jar Shaking: Potential for shaking liquid culture jars with a 3D-printed holder.
- Grain Jar LC Dispersion: Option to disperse liquid culture in grain jars using a 3D-printed holder.