Organic King Trumpet Mushroom Grain Spawn

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Our USDA-certified organic king trumpet (Pleurotus eryngii) grain spawn features a strain that produces large flushes of meaty and delicious mushrooms that are earthy, aromatic, and savory. Raw king trumpets, though dense and spongy in texture, lack aroma and flavor. But when cooked, they come to life with a soft crunchy texture and a mild savory umami flavor reminiscent of abalone.

Unlike other oyster varieties, king trumpets can be more difficult because they prefer cooler temperatures and are prone to drying out or stopping their growth if humidity is not maintained in the early stages. Additionally, King trumpets do not reliably produce second flushes, but may if temperature and humidity conditions are well controlled. Therefore, they are recommended for more advanced growers.


Recommended use:

  • King trumpet grain spawn can be used for indoor production using sawdust-based sterile substrate.
  • Do not use grain spawn for log inoculation.
  • This is not a mushroom grow kit. King trumpet grain spawn must be combined with a substrate in order to fruit.

Upon receiving your spawn:

Remove it from the shipping box as soon as possible. Then, unfold the top of the bag, making room for air space. It's also important to check and confirm that the filter patch is not obstructed. This will help the organism breathe and continue to thrive!

Scroll down for specifications, growing, and storage guides.


Specifications
  • Weight: Approximately 6 lbs
  • Hydration: Average of 47%
  • Bags: Gusseted 2.2 mil polypropylene
  • Filter: High efficiency .2 micron
  • Inoculation Rates: 6 lb. bag of grain will inoculate between 120-165 lb. sterilized sawdust
  • Sterilization method: Commercial grade autoclave sterilized
Temp, Humidity & CO2 guide
Temperature 50-65°F  |  10-18°C
Humidity (Phase 1: Primordia) 95-100%
Humidity (Phase 2: Fruitbody) 85-95%
CO2 Sensitivity (Phase 1: Primordia) High CO2, keep in bag
CO2 Sensitivity (Phase 2: Fruitbody) <2,000 ppm

 

  • Primordia -  The earliest recognizable stage of fruitbody development. Also known as “baby mushrooms” or “mushroom pins.”
  • Fruitbody - A fully grown mushroom, the reproductive structure of the organism in which the spores are produced.
  • CO2 sensitivity - When CO2 levels are too high, yields will decrease, stems will become long and stringy, caps will be small, and/or growth will halt.
Indoor cultivation

King trumpet mushroom grain spawn can be mixed into sterilized hardwood sawdust to create king trumpet substrate blocks.

Note: Grain spawn must be mixed with bulk substrate before you can fruit it. If you are new to growing mushrooms, we recommend purchasing a book on mushroom cultivation.

Recommended reading:

'Growing Gourmet and Medicinal Mushrooms' by Paul Stamets

'Organic Mushroom Farming and Mycoremediation' by Tradd Cotter

Storing

If you don't plan to use immediately, you can refrigerate your spawn for up to 4 months.

Cooking

"5 of the Best King Trumpet Mushroom Recipes"

King trumpet mushrooms are one of the meatiest oyster varieties and make a great substitute for meat. However, unlike the thick king oyster mushroom, king trumpets have a shorter stem and a larger cap that fans out when fully grown. They are delicious when marinated and grilled and their mild yet savory flavor lends well to many different recipes. When thinly sliced, they will sear nicely in a pan.

Ingredients

Our grain spawn is USDA certified organic and made using organic cultures from our own culture bank. It contains a blend of locally sourced, organic, and non-GMO ingredients from farms in New England and North America.

Cautions & considerations

If you’re going to consume home-grown mushrooms, make sure to cook your fresh mushrooms thoroughly with heat. If it is your first time eating this species, it is best to start with a small amount to check for allergies, even if cooked.

FAQs

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Frequently Asked Questions

No, grain spawn is not an all-in-one kit and cannot be used to fruit mushrooms out of the bag. Grain spawn must be mixed with bulk substrate before you can fruit it.

Grain spawn can be used in a wide variety of ways including indoor growing, outdoor growing, or to make more grain spawn. (Grain spawn can be used to make plug or sawdust spawn, not just other grain spawn.)

  • Indoors, you can mix grain spawn with bulk substrate to grow in bags, in containers, or to create fruiting cakes.
  • Outdoors, you can mix grain spawn with straw or wood chips to make beds and containers. (Note: Grain spawn can not be used for logs.)
  • A grain-to-grain transfer allows you to extend the life of your grain and create more grain spawn.

Our grain spawn is a proprietary blend that features nutrient-rich organic millet and wheat berries.

Cluster of brown-capped mushrooms with long, light-colored stems against a white background.

Organic by design

Made from organic, locally sourced, non-GMO ingredients.

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