This comprehensive guide to the mushroom industry comprises twenty two thorough and detailed chapters by various experts on the subject. It is extensively illustrated with black and white drawings, forming a complete how to guide. The Mushroom Industry takes a comprehensive and informative look at the subject, and is a fascinating read for any gardener or farmer. Contents Include History of the Mushroomgrowing Industry The Mushroom Industry Today Economics Commercial Prospects Location and Construction of the Plant Economic Importance of Fungi Building a Mushroom Farm Equipment and Supplies Production of Mushrooms Preparation of the Beds Preparation of the Compost Casing Soils Spawn and Care of the Running Spawn The Tray System Cleaning, Sanitation, and Disposal of Spent Compost Grading, Packing and Marketing Laboratory Service Market and Production Laboratory Service Marketing Mushrooms for Nurserymen and market Gardeners Other Methods of Commercial Mushroom Production. This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.

Binding: Paperback;184 pages; Publisher: Read Books; Classification: N/A; Weight: 361.76 g; Dimensions: N/A

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