MUSHROOM TRAINING AND RESOURCE CENTRE

  At   Mushroom Training and Resource Center (MTRC) , we are making great strides in our   button mushroom project , ensuring every step is carefully executed for a successful harvest. Here’s an update on what we have accomplished so far: 1. Spreading the Straw We began by carefully  spreading bean straw , which serves as the primary growing medium. This step is crucial as it provides the right structure for mushroom growth while retaining moisture and nutrients. Spreading bean straw to be used as substrate for button mushroom cultivation 2. Watering the Substrate Maintaining the right moisture levels is key. We have been  regularly watering the straw  to keep it adequately hydrated, ensuring the best conditions for mycelium colonization and preventing contamination. Watering the substrate 3. Adding Nutrient Supplements To enhance the quality of the growing medium, we have incorporated  essential supplements  like: ?  Gypsum  – Improves ...

    No comments Introduction Since its establishment in 2007, Mushroom Training and Resource Centre (MTRC) has been a leader in mushroom farming, primarily focusing on oyster mushrooms. Over the years, we have trained and supported over 30,000 farmers across Uganda, helping them adopt mushroom cultivation as a sustainable income source. Now, MTRC is expanding its expertise to include  button mushroom farming , marking a significant milestone in our journey toward diversifying mushroom production. A photo of the first button mushrooms produced at MTRC as a result of trials The Journey to Button Mushroom Cultivation MTRC initiated trials for growing button mushrooms in 2017 with support from PUM experts from the Netherlands. These trials, led by specialists including Mr. Wim Joosten, Mr. Peter Christiaens, and Mr. Geert Lemmers, confirmed that locally available materials in Kabale were suitable for button mushroom production. Proposed site where the button mushroom producti...