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.

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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.

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Product Details

Brand: Man-O-War Innovations

Slow roll-out, Sale saves $10/double unit

Conquer Liquid Culture straight to the bulk substrate!
Designed specifically for mushroom growers by mushroom growers, Thor Stir Plates wield an extra-strong magnetic array that doesn't care about thick glass or domed jar bottoms.
* Conquer quart, half-gallon, gallon jars, or even 5-gallon carboys with ease.
* Integrated cooling prevents heat buildup that can spoil your LC and reduce motor life. This will be the last stir plate you will ever need.
* Sized for a standard 1-inch stir bar, you don't need to change out all your lab equipment. Except for those quart jars, you can toss them if you want.
Mix with the might of Thor.
No self-respecting mushroom grower should stir with anything less.
One-year warranty

Why Choose the Thor Stir Plate?

🌀 Vortex Power Like You’ve Never Seen
Stirs thick LC with ease — even in 5-gallon carboys. Say goodbye to sediment and uneven growth.

🔬 Protect Your Genetics
Avoid the instability that comes with forced-air systems. Long-term trials show stronger strain fidelity with passive exchange + stirring.

🛠 Designed by Man-O-War
The best mushroom equipment designer in the game and creator of the full Thor Farming System.

🎨 Multiple Models + Exclusive Colorway
Choose between Single Plate or Double Plate setups — and if you want to represent, grab our exclusive white MCM edition.

🧪 Battle-Tested in Our Lab
Outperformed lab gear costing 5x more. We don’t just sell these — we run them daily.

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.