Organic Mushroom Production

As global food habits evolve and demand for nutritious, quality food rises, mushroom cultivation emerges as a sustainable and profitable venture. This course is designed to introduce you to the world of organic mushroom farming, afield that not only offers a lucrative income but also utilizes agricultural waste effectively.

Unearth the Potential of Organic Mushrooms!

As global food habits evolve and demand for nutritious, quality food rises, mushroom cultivation emerges as a sustainable and profitable venture. This course is designed to introduce you to the world of organic mushroom farming, afield that not only offers a lucrative income but also utilizes agricultural waste effectively.

Why Mushrooms?

With limited cultivable land and the need for diversification in agriculture, mushroom cultivation stands out as a novel and vertical farming approach. It's an opportunity for farmers and entrepreneurs to generate sustainable income and contribute to rural development. This course aims to empower participants with the knowledge and skills to cultivate various types of mushrooms organically, manage pests and diseases, and understand the value addition in mushroom farming.

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Skills You Will Acquire

What will Participants Learn?

  • Preparing the mushroom farms: Setting up and environment conducive to mushroom growth
  • Making the mushroom compost: Understanding the composting process specific to mushroom cultivation.
  • Spawning Techniques: Learning the art of mushroom spawn production.
  • Mushroom varieties: Cultivating different types of mushrooms, including button, oyster, paddy straw and milky mushrooms.

Course Objectives

By the end of the course, participants will:

  • Gain a comprehensive understanding of organic mushroom cultivation
  • Learn to produce and manage various mushroom varieties
  • Understand the economics and marketing strategies of mushroom farming
  • Develop skills in pest and disease management in mushroom cultivation

Who Can Participate?

  • Farmers seeking sustainable income through mushroom cultivation
  • Entrepreneurs interested in starting an organic mushroom-farming business
  • Staff of agricultural institutes and NGOs
  • Individuals are interested in sustainable and organic farming practices.

Application Form

Register now for our training courses and gain valuable skills in sustainable agriculture! Simply fill out the form below with your contact information, course selection, and preferred date. Payment options available upon registration.

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Organic Mushroom Production
10th June – 14th June 2024 — Course ID: MRP 002
5th Aug – 9th Aug 2024 — Course ID: MRP 001
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