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SUMMARY:Practical Laboratory and Cultivation Training
DESCRIPTION:This comprehensive course is designed for those seeking to build a strong foundation in mushroom cultivation. Combining practical\, hands-on learning with essential theoretical knowledge\, the training focuses on critical areas like working with cultures\, spawn production\, and effective cultivation techniques. \nWhether you’re just starting your cultivation journey or looking to refine your skills\, this course provides everything you need to succeed.
URL:https://www.afrifungi.earth/event/practical-laboratory-and-cultivation-training/
LOCATION:Afrifungi\, 5a Pine Rd\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2192\, South Africa
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SUMMARY:MUSHROOMS AND ROSES
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]\nTransform Your Garden by Partnering with Fungi\nhttps://www.quicket.co.za/events/352795-mushrooms-and-roses/ \nA Soil Health & Mushroom Cultivation Workshop \nDiscover how fungi can revolutionise your garden! Join us at the beautiful Ludwigs Roses for an intensive hands-on workshop where you’ll learn professional mushroom cultivation techniques AND harness the power of fungi to build healthier\, more productive soil. \nWhat You’ll Experience\nThe Soil-Fungi Connection \nLearn about the science behind thriving garden ecosystems. Learn how fungal networks build soil structure\, increase water retention\, suppress plant diseases\, and make nutrients available to your plants. Discover why the world’s most productive gardens rely on integrated fungal systems. \nHands-On Shiitake Log Inoculation \nMaster the art of log cultivation! Learn professional techniques for inoculating logs with shiitake spawn\, understanding colonization timelines\, and positioning logs for optimal fruiting. You’ll leave with your own inoculated log ready to produce gourmet mushrooms for 3-5 years. \nStropharia Super Mulch: Living Soil Amendment \nExperience techniques of using wine cap (Stropharia) mushrooms as productive garden mulch! Learn hands-on how this incredible system breaks down organic matter\, enriches soil with beneficial microorganisms\, suppresses weeds\, AND produces edible mushrooms throughout the growing season. \nBuild Your Fungal Garden \nCreate a complete Stropharia super mulch bed from start to finish. Learn layering techniques\, spawn integration\, and how to position mushroom logs within your garden ecosystem. Understand maintenance practices and seasonal harvesting for both systems. \nReal-World Applications \nLearn to adapt these techniques for roses\, vegetables\, perennials\, orchards\, and challenging soil areas\, including areas which have been damaged by exposure to chemicals or toxins. \nPerfect For\nHome gardeners • Rose enthusiasts • Organic growers • Permaculture practitioners • Culinary adventurers • Anyone wanting healthier soil and homegrown mushrooms \nWhat You’ll Take Home\n\nYour own inoculated shiitake log\nComplete understanding of cultivation techniques for both systems\nKnowledge to integrate mushroom growing throughout your garden\nSoil remediation strategies for immediate results\nSeason-by-season maintenance and harvesting guide\nConnection to our growing community and ongoing support\n\nWhen: 1 November 2025 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM \nWhere: Ludwigs Roses – Glenferness\, Johannesburg \nSkill Level: Beginner-friendly \nIncludes: All materials\, spawn\, tools\, expert instruction\, and refreshments \nWhy Integrate Fungi Into Your Garden?\nThis isn’t just about growing mushrooms – it’s about creating a complete ecosystem. Your shiitake logs provide shade-loving production\, while Stropharia beds actively improve your soil\, suppress weeds\, retain moisture\, and yield gourmet mushrooms as a bonus. Together\, they transform your garden into a more productive\, resilient\, and fascinating space.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.afrifungi.earth/event/the-mushroom-garden-2/
LOCATION:Afrifungi\, 5a Pine Rd\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2192\, South Africa
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250625T090000
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SUMMARY:Practical Laboratory and Mushroom Cultivation Training
DESCRIPTION:Practical Myco-Lab & Mushroom Cultivation Training Course
URL:https://www.afrifungi.earth/event/practical-laboratory-and-mushroom-cultivation-training/
LOCATION:Afrifungi\, 5a Pine Rd\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2192\, South Africa
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SUMMARY:Practical Myco-Lab and Mushroom Cultivation Training
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]\nUnveil the secrets of successful mushroom cultivation with Afrifungi Academy’s comprehensive three-day course. This hands-on workshop bridges theory and practice\, taking you through the complete cultivation journey from laboratory techniques to harvest methods. \nDay one introduces you to professional laboratory protocols\, teaching essential sterile techniques\, laminar flow hood operation\, and the fundamentals of working with mycelium. Master the art of agar plate preparation\, mushroom cloning\, and culture transfers under expert guidance. \nDay two delves into advanced cultivation methods\, focusing on grain spawn production and liquid culture techniques. Learn about generational management\, raw material selection\, sterilization procedures\, and proper inoculation methods. You’ll also gain valuable insights into culture maintenance strategies and contamination prevention. \nDay three completes your cultivation education with hands-on substrate preparation and fruiting chamber design. Explore substrate formulations\, bag filling techniques\, spawning methods\, and the principles of fruiting from small to commercial scale operations. \nLimited to just four participants per course\, this intimate learning environment ensures personalized attention throughout your journey. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced grower looking to refine your techniques\, this course provides the perfect balance of theoretical knowledge and practical skills to elevate your cultivation practice. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][image_with_animation image_url=”1860″ image_size=”full” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”None” animation_movement_type=”transform_y” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.afrifungi.earth/event/practical-myco-lab-and-mushroom-cultivation-training/
LOCATION:Afrifungi\, 5a Pine Rd\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2192\, South Africa
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Mycology
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]Step into the Myco-lab with Afrifungi’s immersive one-day course. This hands-on learning experience opens the door to the science and art of mushroom cultivation in a supportive\, exploratory environment. You’ll discover the hidden world of mycology as our passionate instructors guide you through fascinating cultivation techniques\, laboratory practices\, and the remarkable biology of fungi. Perfect for curious beginners and nature enthusiasts alike\, this workshop blends practical skills with scientific insight\, sending you home with both newfound knowledge and your very own mushroom culture to continue your fungal journey.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][image_with_animation image_url=”1851″ image_size=”full” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”None” animation_movement_type=”transform_y” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.afrifungi.earth/event/introduction-to-mycology/
LOCATION:Afrifungi\, 5a Pine Rd\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2192\, South Africa
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SUMMARY:2 Day Mycology and Cultivation Immersion
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of mycology and mushroom cultivation with Afrifungi’s comprehensive two-day workshop. This extended exploration takes you into both the science of mycology and the art of cultivation\, offering a balanced blend of laboratory experience and practical growing techniques. Day one introduces the fascinating biology and ecology of fungi\, while day two focuses on hands-on cultivation methods from spore to harvest. Throughout the immersion\, you’ll work alongside experienced mycologists in our Myco-laboratory\, unlocking the secrets of successful mushroom growing while developing a profound appreciation for these remarkable organisms. Join us for two days of discovery that will transform your understanding of fungi and equip you with the knowledge to cultivate various mushroom species in your own space. Participants will take home their inoculated cultures\, spawn and a grow kit\, beginning a rewarding journey into the world of mushroom cultivation.
URL:https://www.afrifungi.earth/event/2-day-mycology-and-cultivation-immersion/
LOCATION:Afrifungi\, 5a Pine Rd\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2192\, South Africa
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SUMMARY:The Mushroom Garden
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for the last workshop of the year!\nStep into the fascinating world of fungi with our immersive\, hands-on workshop\, “The Mushroom Garden\,” designed to inspire and equip you with the skills to cultivate mushrooms right in your backyard! \nBook your place\n  \nWhat You’ll Learn and Do: \n\nInoculate Shiitake Logs – Get your hands on the tools and techniques to cultivate shiitake mushrooms from scratch. Learn the life cycle of shiitake\, how to inoculate logs\, and the essential care tips to ensure bountiful harvests.\nGrow Outdoor Oyster Mushrooms – Discover the secrets of creating a thriving outdoor oyster mushroom garden. We’ll guide you in setting up your own outdoor mushroom bed and provide tips for a successful\, sustainable yield.\nExplore the Power of Mycology – Fungi are much more than food! Dive into the revolutionary potential of mushrooms in soil enhancement\, eco-friendly materials\, and bio-remediation.\n\nYou’ll leave with your own inoculated shiitake log and the knowledge to start your own home cultivation journey. \nWhy Attend? \nThis workshop isn’t just a class – it’s an experience that reconnects us with nature’s incredible fungi. Whether you’re a curious beginner or an experienced grower\, you’ll gain valuable insights and practical skills in mycology\, sustainability\, and self-sufficiency.
URL:https://www.afrifungi.earth/event/the-mushroom-garden/
LOCATION:Afrifungi\, 5a Pine Rd\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2192\, South Africa
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