Mushroom Cultivation Courses

Grow your own gourmet mushrooms — from beginner to advanced!

At Fungilorious, we believe everyone should experience the magic of cultivating mushrooms. Whether you’re a curious beginner, a hobby grower, or an aspiring mushroom farmer, our hands-on courses will guide you step-by-step and provide you with the background knowledge and confidence to grow and fruit your own mushrooms.

Why Learn Mushroom Cultivation?

  • Fresh & Flavourful: Harvest mushrooms at their peak freshness right from your home or farm.

  • Cost-Effective: Save money by growing your own gourmet varieties.

  • Sustainable: Reduce food miles and enjoy eco-friendly, pesticide-free produce.

  • Creative & Fun: Explore the fascinating world of fungi in a practical, engaging way.

Courses We Offer

1. DIY Mushroom Growing Workshop

Perfect for: First-time growers & hobbyists

  • Learn the basics of mushroom biology

  • Understand substrates, sterilisation, and inoculation

  • Start with an easy grow kit to take home

  • Duration: Half-day workshop

  • Includes: Instruction booklet + starter kit

2. Intermediate Oyster Mushroom Cultivation

Perfect for: Growers ready to move beyond kits

  • Master grain spawn production

  • Prepare bulk substrates

  • Learn environmental controls for better yields

  • Duration: 1-day course

  • Includes: Oyster mushroom spawn + practice materials

3. Advanced Cultivation (Coming soon)

Perfect for: Those planning to start a mushroom business

  • Full production cycle training

  • Designing & managing a grow room

  • Scaling up from small batches to commercial harvests

  • Troubleshooting contamination issues

  • Duration: 2-day intensive course

  • Includes: Business planning guide + supplier list

What’s Included in Every Course:

  • Expert-led instruction with real-world experience

  • Hands-on practice with professional equipment

  • Printed course notes & digital resources

  • Ongoing support via email/Whatsapp for 30 days after your course

Upcoming Dates & Booking

DIY Mushroom Growing Workshop

Saturday 11 October 2025  08:00 to 13:00
Venue: Bronberg Conservancy, Pretoria East. 
Cost: R1200 per person
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Spaces are limited to keep our sessions personal and interactive. Reserve your spot today and take the first step into the incredible world of mushroom cultivation.