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Mushroom Cultivation, Foraging, and Education What began as a love for mushroom foraging has developed into an obsession with all things fungi.
Our mission is to provide access to the mycological world through innovative mushroom cultivation, spawn production, and research. North Spore is the brainchild of three college friends with an admiration for all things related to the mycological world. That passion for foraging has evolved over time: these days any of us are likely to be found in our cultivation rooms growing oyster mushrooms, sh
Liquid Culture is a nutrient-rich solution where mushroom mycelium grows and multiplies in suspension - and a little can go a long way.
In this video, Mycrodex shows how to make and clone liquid culture to expand genetics and prepare inoculant for grain bags, jars, etc.
And to celebrate all you Fungi Fathers out there - our Father’s Day sale starts now. Grab a liquid culture syringe while they're Buy One Get One Free: https://NorthSporeCreator.sjv.io/B5bAX0
05/31/2026
During a psychedelic session, music acts as a "co-therapist," guiding patients through emotional breakthroughs that predict long-term mental health outcomes better than almost any other measurable factor.
Research shows music is the stimulus most reliably proven to evoke emotion in humans, and the specific qualities of the music like tempo, timbre, and emotional arc, can shape which parts of the psyche a patient accesses. Despite decades of use, almost no research has focused on which music works best, and for whom - a gap this new thesis from the University of Colorado Denver is working to close.
Read the research: https://www.proquest.com/openview/e72a5be637a4d42eb625824108359d7e/1?pq-origsite=gscholar&cbl=18750&diss=y
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Ever wondered what it looks like to grow magic mushrooms at scale?
We recently visited Lost Garden Labs and Therapeutics in Colorado to document their cultivation practices. Since 2025, they have been licensed in the state of Colorado to produce natural medicine in accordance with the Natural Medicine Division.
Special thanks to Josh Walker for sharing his story with us!
Check out the full video on our YouTube channel and let us know what you think! https://youtu.be/yXkRHVWkbY8?si=Yq1uO3XtQFuoMGHe
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"Is it bad if mushrooms grow in my garden? How do I get rid of them?"
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Consider what those mushrooms are actually telling you. They're the fruiting bodies of fungi whose mycelial networks run silently through your soil, breaking down dead organic matter, recycling nutrients, and connecting plant roots in ways that actively support everything growing around them. Healthy fungi mean healthy soil. And even better, if you choose which mushrooms are growing in your garden, you can also have more food!
Wine Caps thrive in wood chip beds and improve soil structure as they grow; Oyster Mushrooms will happily decompose that old stump you've been meaning to deal with. Rather than getting rid of them, learn what you have - a good field guide or local mycology group can help you identify your visitors safely. Your garden isn't under attack, she's thriving.
Choose your garden mushrooms here: https://northspore.com/collections/all-outdoor-mushroom-growing
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05/26/2026
Why do some mushroom strains fruit like crazy while others barely produce?
The answer lies somewhere most growers never think to look: genetics. Fungi are unlike anything else in the living world, as they carry two genomes at once, with thousands of mating types and evolution playing out in real time. Understanding this biology can change how you source, select, and grow.
Read the full article in Substack: https://northspore.substack.com/p/the-growers-guide-to-mushroom-genetics
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05/25/2026
How are you cooking up your Wine Caps for Memorial Day?
Straight from his garden, Spore to Fork prepared these Wine Caps with a garlic-tamari marinade, purple rice, and a simple blanched asparagus - perfect for plant-based meals or as a savory side.
Check out the recipe here: https://NorthSporeCreator.sjv.io/1GPBQD
Happy Memorial Day everyone!
Transform your backyard into a gourmet mushroom garden with just a few simple steps!
By planting a Plant & Grow Mushroom Starter Block in a hole and covering it with mulch, you can create a thriving outdoor mushroom garden. After waiting just two weeks, you will be rewarded with a harvest of delicious, edible mushrooms right at home. These kits typically get 2-3 flushes of mushrooms.
Get started here: https://northspore.com/collections/plant-grow-mushroom-garden-blocks
Growing gourmet mushrooms at home is simple with our Plant & Grow Mushroom Starter blocks! Just tuck them into a shady spot or under established plants in your garden, cover with mulch, and water daily. Within weeks, you'll be harvesting fresh varieties like Nameko, Chestnuts, or Snow Oysters. It's the perfect way to add a delicious, homegrown touch to your favorite meals. Plant & Grow blocks typically get 2-3 flushes of mushrooms.
🎥: Boulter Family Farm
Learn more: https://northspore.com/collections/plant-grow-mushroom-garden-blocks
05/22/2026
Researchers discovered that a natural extract from the fungus Pseudozyma aphidis can dramatically boost crop growth without a single synthetic chemical. In trials, treated tomato plants produced over 60% more fruit by weight, melon plants grew five times heavier, and seeds germinated faster across corn, tomato, and melon crops.
Read more: https://phys.org/news/2026-05-fungus-powered-farming-higher-yields.html
Start gardening with mushrooms: https://northspore.com/collections/grow-in-garden-bed
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Some of the best harvests happen in the smallest spaces.
A balcony, patio, or other small space is really all you need to start growing gourmet mushrooms. Blue Oyster and Pink Oyster varieties thrive in exactly these kinds of spots, making them a perfect fit for gardeners who want more from their outdoor space.
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