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    #26563652 - 03/28/20 04:43 PM (3 years, 9 months ago)

I am currently testing a bulk substrate to which I intend to transfer colonized birdseed.
After about one week, the transfer appears to be healthy and on its way to producing fruits.




Bulk substrate composition:
-4 parts softwood (NOTE: I am NOT sure what type of wood this is!)
-1 part alfalfa (Nitrogen-rich supplement)
-Spoonful of gypsum (Calcium supplement for mycelium metabolism)



Bulk substrate preparation:
-Mix wet, and allow to soak for several hours
-Drain until ~75% moisture
-Separate into glass jars and sterilize for 1hr at 15psi

THE QUESTION
Does this appear to be a legit substrate?
I intend to transfer the following colonized jars to a 66qt tub soon. I appreciate any tips on what I may do to improve.


Thanks!
(This is my first post!)


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Re: Softwood monotub (preliminary test) [Re: pizzahut111]
    #26563674 - 03/28/20 04:51 PM (3 years, 9 months ago)

What species are you growing? Is it a woodlover?


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Re: Softwood monotub (preliminary test) [Re: Digit]
    #26563977 - 03/28/20 07:04 PM (3 years, 9 months ago)

Yes -- B+


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Re: Softwood monotub (preliminary test) [Re: pizzahut111]
    #26563985 - 03/28/20 07:07 PM (3 years, 9 months ago)

I would case it for best results


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Re: Softwood monotub (preliminary test) [Re: cronicr]
    #26564096 - 03/28/20 08:09 PM (3 years, 9 months ago)

B+ cubensis is a secondary decomposer.
You will not have the best results on wood, as it is considered a dung lover.
Im sure you will get some fruit but as said above casing will help you gain better results.


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Re: Softwood monotub (preliminary test) [Re: cronicr]
    #26565750 - 03/29/20 05:17 PM (3 years, 9 months ago)

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cronicr said:
I would case it for best results



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bw86 said:
B+ cubensis is a secondary decomposer.
You will not have the best results on wood, as it is considered a dung lover.
Im sure you will get some fruit but as said above casing will help you gain better results.




Thanks for the feedback, guys!


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Re: Softwood monotub (preliminary test) [Re: cronicr]
    #26574786 - 04/03/20 08:46 AM (3 years, 9 months ago)

Thanks again cronicr -- the sterilized Jiffy starter is colonizing very quickly as a casing layer:



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Re: Softwood monotub (preliminary test) [Re: pizzahut111]
    #26575324 - 04/03/20 02:33 PM (3 years, 9 months ago)

right on man!


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Re: Softwood monotub (preliminary test) [Re: cronicr]
    #26605020 - 04/16/20 07:18 AM (3 years, 9 months ago)

Good morning cronicr -- a quick follow-up question about casing.

First off, thanks for the tip to add casing. I got some fruits from the experimental tub:


I recently spawned fully-colonized woodshaving-alfalfa hay to sterilized horse poo in 54qt and 66qt tubs.
Three days after spawn:


Five days after spawn:


My question: At what point do I case? I'm thinking to use a Stamets-recommended casing of peat moss (20), hydrated lime (1) and gypsum (1). Greatly appreciate any words -- thanks in advance.

PS. I don't intend to make a habit of taking pictures during colonization, this is just for the sake of research! :smile:


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