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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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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260919T093000
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SUMMARY:The Mushroom Garden
DESCRIPTION:Discover the Fascinating World of Fungi \nA Hands-On Mushroom Cultivation Workshop \nTransform your understanding of nature’s most incredible organisms while learning practical skills that will last a lifetime! This immersive workshop combines fascinating science with hands-on cultivation techniques and delicious discoveries with practicals happening in our new mushroom garden! \n  \nWhat You’ll Experience \nFungi Fundamentals \nExplore the hidden world of fungi and their vital roles in nature\, medicine\, and sustainable technology. From mycorrhizal networks that connect entire forests to breakthrough applications in construction and food production\, discover how fungi are quietly revolutionising our world. \nGrow your own \n(Depending on available logs) – Learn techniques for inoculating logs with shiitake or oyster mushroom spawn or make an Oyster mushroom grow bag. \nWine Cap Mushroom Bed  \nCollaborate with fellow participants to build a thriving wine cap growing bed using sustainable methods. This productive space will continue yielding harvests long after the workshop ends and we welcome you to visit us to check up on it’s progress! \n  \nPerfect For \nAspiring urban farmers • Sustainability enthusiasts • Culinary adventurers • Garden lovers • Anyone curious about the natural world \n  \nWhat You’ll Take Home \n-Your mushroom growing kit \n-Proven cultivation techniques you can use immediately \n-Knowledge to enhance your garden’s soil ecosystem \n-Connection to a community of fungi enthusiasts \n-Confidence to continue your mushroom-growing journey \nWhen: 9:30 AM – 14:30 PM \n  \nSkill Level: Complete beginner-friendly
URL:https://www.afrifungi.earth/event/the-mushroom-garden-3/
LOCATION:Afrifungi\, 5a Pine Rd\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2192\, South Africa
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SUMMARY:Making with Mycelium
DESCRIPTION:Join us on a journey into the fascinating world of fungi and discover the endless possibilities of partnering with mycelium! Join our workshop to learn how these incredible organisms can be transformed into sustainable\, innovative biomaterials. \nBiofabrication is having a moment. Mycelium-based materials are moving from lab curiosity to genuine plastic\, leather and timber-board alternatives\, with growing use in packaging\, interiors\, footwear\, construction\, and even food and filtration. \nArtist\, designer\, entrepreneur\, maker\, or just curious – working with a living material changes how you think about making things. \nWhat to Expect: \n\nExplore Mycelium: Delve into the wonders of mycelium and understand its role in crafting eco-friendly materials.\nDive into Fungi Applications: Learn about the diverse applications of fungi in the realm of bio-materials and how they can revolutionize industries.\nCreate & Craft: Get hands-on experience in our workshop by making your very own mycelial product to take home and impress your friends.\nDiscover the Myco-Lab: Take a tour of our Myco-lab and see firsthand how we cultivate mycelium for our projects.\n\nGet ready for a fun\, informative\, and inspiring workshop that will leave you with a new appreciation for the power of fungi!
URL:https://www.afrifungi.earth/event/making-with-mycelium/
LOCATION:Afrifungi\, 5a Pine Rd\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2192\, South Africa
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