DIY Mushroom Growing Workshop

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 and Super Healthy: 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 and Fun: Explore the fascinating world of fungi in a practical, engaging way.

DIY Mushroom Growing Workshop 

This course is great for: First-time growers & hobbyists

Learn the basics of mushroom biology

Understand substrates, pasteurisation, sterilization, and inoculation

Understand colonising and fruiting requirements

Understand the nutritional and medicinal value of the mushroom species that are typically grown on straw

Learn how to prepare and pasteurise straw substrates

Learn how to innoculate straw subtrates

Learn techniques to create ideal fruiting environments

Learn how to prepare oyster mushrooms

Understand the cost aspects of growing mushrooms as a hobby / for your kitchen

Understand the handling of mushrooms after harvesting

High level overview of the mushroom propagation process

What’s Included in Every Course:

• Instruction by experienced mushroom grower

• Hands-on practical session during which the two different mushroom species are inoculated

• Each person takes home two packed growing tubes for practical colonisation and fruiting in their own evnironment

• Ongoing support via Whatsapp for 30 days after your course

• Light lunch and tea / coffee is included

Venue: Bronberg Conservancy, Pretoria East. 

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.