MUSHROOM TRAINING AND RESOURCE CENTRE

  On   April 14th, 2025 , the Mushroom Training and Resource Center (MTRC) was pleased to host a team from the   World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF)   and   Uplift the Rural Poor   (URP) for an engaging and productive visit. WWF and URP staff being taken through an overview of Spawn Production The purpose of the visit was to discuss opportunities for training their beneficiaries in  mushroom spawn production —a vital component in the mushroom value chain. Our team introduced the guests to the training modules we offer, focusing on practical, hands-on skills development aimed at empowering rural farmers and youth with sustainable agribusiness knowledge. Our Centre Manager elaborating to our visitors the basics of oyster mushroom spawn The visit included a guided tour of our key facilities, including the  spawn production laboratory, incubation and grow rooms, dark room, and value addition section . The team appreciated the well-organized structure and...

  On a bright and inspiring day, we had the pleasure of hosting a group of enthusiastic students from   Nyaruhanga High School   at the   Mushroom Training and Resource Center (MTRC) . This educational visit was part of our community outreach and youth empowerment program aimed at introducing young people to   agribusiness opportunities   through hands-on training in   mushroom cultivation . Nyaruhanga High School students posing for a group photo in front of our offices A Journey into the World of Fungi The visit began with a warm welcome from our team, followed by an interactive session where the students were introduced to: The basics of mushroom cultivation , including types of mushrooms suitable for local climates and markets, with a key focus on oyster mushrooms. Understanding the mushroom value chain  – from spawn production, substrate preparation, and inoculation to harvesting and marketing. A practical demonstration  on how to prepar...

  MTRC’s Journey of Impact, Innovation, and Inclusion At the  Mushroom Training and Resource Centre (MTRC) , we believe that agriculture is a powerful vehicle for social and economic transformation. Since our establishment in 2007 in Kabale District, Uganda, MTRC has grown into a nationally recognized hub for mushroom training, production, and agribusiness development. Our work goes beyond farming — it’s about building capacity, creating jobs, improving nutrition, and conserving the environment. What We Do MTRC specializes in the cultivation of  Pleurotus ostreatus (oyster mushrooms)  and offers hands-on training to youth, women, organized farmer groups, and vulnerable communities. Our services include: A  certified spawn laboratory  producing high-quality mushroom spawn A fully equipped  mushroom demonstration unit  for practical skills training Value addition services  including drying, powdering, and packaging Tailored agribusiness mentors...

  At   Mushroom Training and Resource Center (MTRC) , we are committed to shaping the next generation of agripreneurs. On   April 1, 2025 , we had the privilege of hosting the   Senior Six Entrepreneurship class   from   Kabale Secondary School   for an in-depth training on mushroom cultivation and agribusiness. Students undergoing training at MTRC’s training hall What the Students Learned The session began with an  introduction to MTRC , where students were taken through: A  brief history  of our facility and its growth over the years  An  overview of our staff  and their roles in training and mushroom production  A  SWOT analysis  of our business—highlighting our strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats  Our  impact on the community , including youth empowerment and food security  The  factors that favored our location , such as climate, market demand, and resource availability...