4-1 Fungal Cultivation Stage

During the fungal cultivation stage, mushrooms live in their own little homes, the space bags containing their food such as rice bran, corn cobs, and beet pulp. These materials are recycled, allowing us to save resources. The ideal temperature and humidity are crucial for the healthy growth of mushrooms. In the cultivation stage, mushrooms need to grow at a temperature between 20 to 30 degrees Celsius. Prolonged exposure to either too low or too high temperatures may adversely affect or even cause the death of the mycelium. Additionally, humidity is a significant factor influencing mushroom growth, and excessively high humidity during the cultivation stage may lead to poor growth. Therefore, adjusting the appropriate temperature and humidity at different stages is essential to ensure the healthy growth of mushrooms. The demand for light during the cultivation stage is not high, and in fact, light may even inhibit the growth of mycelium during this phase. Finally, mushrooms also require fresh air to breathe and release carbon dioxide. The tolerance of mycelium to carbon dioxide varies at different growth stages. During the cultivation stage, mycelium can tolerate higher concentrations of carbon dioxide.