What is Masters Mix and why is it popular for gourmet mushrooms?

Masters Mix is a 50 50 blend of oak hardwood and soy hulls. It provides both structure and nutrition, so mycelium colonizes fast and fruits heavily. Pellet form makes it simple to hydrate and measure consistently across batches.

Do I need to add supplements to Fast Fruiting Pellets?

Fast Fruiting Pellets already include the soy plus hardwood ratio most hardwood loving species want. Many growers add nothing else. If you want to experiment, small amounts of wheat bran can boost yield, but too much can raise contamination risk.

Which mushrooms grow best on oak based substrates?

Oak substrates are ideal for wood loving gourmet species like oyster, lions mane, shiitake, reishi, and pioppino. Oak provides a steady lignin and cellulose food source that supports dense fruiting blocks and multiple flushes.

When should I choose straight soy hull pellets instead of a blend?

Straight soy hull pellets are best as a nitrogen rich supplement you mix with hardwood to form your own Masters Mix. They are also useful when you have local hardwood but need a consistent high nutrition add in pellet form.

Are straw pellets good for indoor gourmet mushroom farming?

Yes, straw pellets are a solid choice for oyster and other straw friendly species. Pellets rehydrate evenly, pasteurize well, and reduce chopping and dust. They are often used for bucket grows or smaller indoor production runs.

How does a bag shaker help a growing farm?

A bag shaker breaks up spawn and mixes substrate evenly in seconds. That improves colonization consistency, reduces manual strain, and cuts labor time. It is especially helpful once you are running multiple batches each week.

Why use a flow hood for inoculation?

A flow hood pushes hepa filtered clean air across your work area. That keeps airborne spores and bacteria off your grain and substrate during inoculation. Cleaner starts mean fewer lost blocks and more predictable harvest schedules.

DIY Flow Hood Flat Pack

Watch our new bag shaker in action.

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.

DIY Flow Hood Flat Pack

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Lab Rat Hoodz is proud to announce the first ever flat packs for Flow Hoods. We understand how important it is to have quality products at affordable prices. Our Flat Packs include all of the items necessary to build your own flow hood. The pack includes all wood panels, hardware, filters, fans, furring strips and framing. Please feel free to reach out to us with any questions.

Sizes available: Model S and Nomad (see photos).

Items you will need: wood glue, drill, drill bit set, caulk/caulk gun, stain and/or clear coat and quick grip clamps.

All units are 110v-120v. If you live outside of the U.S. please determine a power converter that will work with your style of outlets. We offer UK and EU converters on our site. We will not be held liable for any damage to the unit if you choose not to use a power converter from our website.

These kits and all instructions are proprietary to Lab Rat Flow Hoodz and may not be reproduced or distributed for any reason. By purchasing these kits, you agree to these terms and conditions.

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.