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SPAWN PRODUCTION MASTERCLASS

Master the Art of Spawn Production

Instructor demonstrating how to identify and manage contamination in mushroom spawn.

The Afrifungi Spawn Production Masterclass is an in-depth, hands-on training course designed to teach participants the essential skills required to produce high-quality mushroom spawn. As the foundation of successful cultivation, spawn production ensures healthy and productive mushroom growth.

This masterclass empowers participants to gain control over their cultivation processes, making it ideal for both beginners and seasoned growers looking to elevate their expertise.

What you’ll learn

Spawn Basics

Understand the role of spawn in mushroom cultivation and its critical impact on yield and quality.

Production Techniques

Gain practical skills to produce high-quality spawn using various grains and substrates.

Contamination Management

Learn how to identify, prevent, and troubleshoot common contamination issues.

Scaling Up

Explore techniques for scaling spawn production for personal or commercial operations.

Who is this mastercalss for?

Aspiring Cultivators

Beginners eager to learn the fundamentals of spawn production to kick-start their mushroom-growing journey.

Professional Growers

Farmers looking to gain independence and scalability by producing their own spawn in-house.

Educators and Advocates

Trainers and community leaders incorporating spawn production into sustainable food systems and educational programmes.

Why register for The Spawn Production Masterclass?

The Spawn Production Masterclass offers a rare opportunity to master one of the most critical aspects of mushroom cultivation. With Afrifungi’s expert guidance and hands-on approach, participants leave with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to produce their own high-quality spawn—paving the way for successful and scalable cultivation practices.

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Key Topics Covered

1

Introduction to Spawn Production

What is spawn, and why is it essential for cultivation?
Overview of spawn types: grain spawn, liquid culture, and sawdust spawn, with their specific applications.
2

Raw Material Selection and Preparation

Choosing the right grains, recipes, and supplements.
Hydration techniques and substrate preparation for optimal mycelium growth.
3

Sterilisation Techniques

Using pressure cookers and autoclaves effectively.
Best practices to minimise contamination risks.
4

Inoculation Methods

Aseptic techniques for working with mycelium and transferring cultures.
Inoculating jars, bags, and liquid culture containers.
5

Incubation and Maintenance

Creating the perfect environment for spawn growth.
Monitoring and maintaining spawn health.
6

Contamination Management

Identifying common contaminants and understanding their causes.
Practical strategies for troubleshooting and prevention.
7

Scaling Production

Techniques for scaling spawn production for small- and large-scale operations.
Cost management and workflow optimisation.
8

Troubleshooting and Contamination Management

Identifying common issues in substrate preparation and use.
Preventative measures and practical solutions to ensure healthy growth.

Key Takeaways

  • The ability to independently produce high-quality grain spawn, liquid culture, or sawdust spawn.
  • Confidence in managing contamination risks and troubleshooting production challenges.
  • Practical knowledge to integrate spawn production into both small- and large-scale mushroom farming operations.
  • Take home everything produced during the masterclass for your own use.

Booking information

  • Masterclass Fee: R2 500 per person
  • Group Size: Small groups to ensure personalised attention and hands-on learning.
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Ready to Take Your Mycology Skills to the Next Level?

Whether you’re looking to refine your techniques, scale your mushroom cultivation, or explore advanced applications of fungi, our Courses at the AfriFungi Academy are designed to equip you with expert knowledge and hands-on experience.

Our courses cover everything from agar work and spawn production to substrate design and commercial cultivation, ensuring you gain the confidence and skills to succeed in your mycology journey.

Enquire now and take the next step in your fungi journey!

What people are saying about Afrifungi

“

Working with Matt has been an unbelievably exciting and amazing experience. We have learnt so much and look forward to more guidance from him as he mentors us through our food garden adventure. We are so happy and grateful to have him share his experience and wisdom with us.

NadineMvuhyu Farm
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Really enjoyed the hands on learning the basics of what is an enoooooormous world.

Hugh Fraser
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This was an extremely interesting introduction to fungi, learnt that fungi is pretty amazing... Was specially awesome to get practical experience in inoculating tree stump with mycelium to attempt to grow mushrooms...

Dale Lambert
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Something I've looked into before and have wanted to try for sometime now. Was a really great experience, Matt and Sven are very knowledgable on the subject. The energy was infectious and the folks who joined on the day were a pleasure to meet.

Greg de Gidts
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Matt & Sven give an excellent overview + introduction to the world of mushrooms, and inoculating a tree stump for years of home-grown mushrooms is a really fun way to spend an afternoon.

Soleil Jones