Make your own Masters Mix
For amazing results growing Oyster Mushrooms, Lion’s Mane, and other varieties growers trust the masters mix. Now with MushroomMediaOnline’s own fast fruiting mix you can make your own masters mix without all the time and effort.
Just follow the simple measuring of the Fast Fruiting Pellets then add water and mix well. You can then sterlize your own fast fruiting mix or masters mix as normal at 15 PSI for 2.5 hours.
The Fast Fruiting Mix (AKA Masters Mix) provides pellets that are 50% oak hardwood and 50% soy hulls in pellet form. These pellets are produced as a single pellet that has the 50-50 mix. This means you never have to worry about measuring the individual ingredients out, or getting too much of one ingredient over the other.
You do not want to purchase a premixed bag of ingredients, that are loose. There is no way when they are not in pellet form that the percentages remain accurate when shipped. That is why we spend the time to make these custom pellets.
Wheat Straw Pellets offer a convenient and effective substrate for low-tech mushroom growing, such as with lime pasteurization. These pellets provide essential nutrients for mushrooms, without promoting competitive organisms and contamination, making them great for growing Oyster mushrooms.
Using straw pellets simplifies the process, eliminating the mess of traditional wheat straw preparation. They are easy to weigh, manage, move, and incorporate into your growing process, saving hours of labor and significantly reducing dust and mess compared to processing/chopping baled straw. Many mushroom growers find these pellets to be an excellent choice for a base substrate ingredient.
Beyond mushroom cultivation, straw pellets are versatile and can be used for animal bedding, providing a clean and absorbent option for horses and other barn-raised animals. They also serve as a supplement in certain animal feeds.
Straw pellets break down easily and absorb water and other liquids quickly, making them effective for managing animal urine due to their high absorption rate. Whether for mushroom growing, animal bedding, or other uses, wheat straw pellets offer a practical and efficient solution.
FAQ
Why are straw pellets used for mushroom cultivation?
Straw pellets make an excellent substrate for growing gourmet mushrooms like oyster mushrooms due to their nutrient-rich composition and ease of use. They are easier to sterilize thanks to the manufacturing process, which involves heat and pressure, removes most mold and bacteria, resulting in a cleaner substrate with a lower risk of contamination. Additionally, pellets retain moisture well and rehydrate easily, supporting mycelial growth.
Why should I use pelletized straw instead of plain straw?
Using pelletized straw significantly reduces labor time. Plain straw needs to be chopped and prepared before use, whereas pelletized straw has already been processed with heat, pressure, chopping, and cutting. This processing makes pelletized straw easier to sterilize and reduces the presence of mold or contamination.
Should I still sterilize the straw pellets before use?
Yes, even though straw pellets are cleaner due to the processing, it is still recommended to follow best practices and sterilize them before use.
Additional Benefits
- Cleaner
- Require Less Labor
- Are Easier to sterilize
Why use the Fast Fruiting Mix?
- Higher Yields 100%
- Lower Labor Time 30%
- Better Looking & Tasting Mushrooms 100%
Why use the Fast Fruiting Mix?
With the Fast Fruiting Mix (AKA Masters Mix) you save labor time in your production of your grow bags. Measure the pellets, add the water and mix well. That is all that is required for success.
Are your pellets premixed?
Our pellets are better than premixed that are made to have 50% hardwood and 50% soy hulls from the start. Our Amish manufacturer makes these custom pellets from scratch. We provide the oak hardwood sawdust, and the soy hulls. They measure those and make them into the Fast Fruiting Mix pellets.
By creating our pellets this way we assure your get a finished product that is premeasured correctly for the masters mix.
How much more productive is the Fast Fruiting Mix?
The increased yield and health varies based on the strain used and your environmental factors. Many growers have reported much larger flushes not only on the first fruiting phase, but in the next two as well.
You should test the mix for yourself in your own farm.
What sizes are available?
We offer by the bag or by the pallet. This way you can try the Fast Fruiting Mix for yourself. Then when you know it is right for your farm you can purchase in bulk and save even more money.
Purchase on an as needed basis or set up a standing order to automate the process.
How much do you need for your farm?
Doing a very basic calculation you can determine how many pounds you should order. If you use 5lbs substrate bags once mixed you can use the calculator on the left to determine how many pounds of Fast Fruiting Mix you should order.
If you use larger fruiting bags you can use the calculation for the 5lbs bags as a guide. In example if you use 10lb bags just double the result.
