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Mushrooms are the health food and their demand is increasing day by day due to the changing food habits, demand for quality food, urbanisation and globalisation. As our cultivable land is shrinking, traditional agriculture is proving to be non –remunerative and our farmers want sustainable additional on farm income. Therefore, to ensure that our farmers get good and sustainable income, there is need for diversification in agriculture, value addition and marketing of farm produce.
Topics covered in the training
Day 1:
Mushroom history
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Mushrooms were regarded as extraordinary and of supernatural origin – 4600 years ago, the Egyptians considered mushrooms to be plants associated with immortality; the Pharaohs mandated that only they were permitted to consume mushrooms. The Romans believed that mushrooms were the sustenance of the gods.
Day 2:
Spawn Production
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The creation of pure tissue cultures, the upkeep of pure cultures, the generation of Mother spawn, G1 and G-2 spawn, the cultivation of spawn, the layout of spawn units, the mechanization of spawn production, and the incorporation of solar energy into the spawn production system.
Day 3:
Mushroom Cultivation
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The technology for the commercial cultivation of button (not practical), oyster, and milky mushrooms, along with their nutritive and medicinal properties, encompasses various aspects such as post-harvest packaging and management, product development, marketing strategies, mechanization of mushroom farms, layout design, disease and pest management, sanitation practices in mushroom farming, cultivation of lesser-known mushroom varieties, integration of solar energy into mushroom cultivation systems, awareness of poisonous mushrooms, and the facilitation of mushroom cultivation for individuals with disabilities.
Day 4:
Marketing, Farm setup & Investment details
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Preparation of physical mushroom bags with students.
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Planning the farm, including estimations for commencement.
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Details regarding investment, expenses, and profits.
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A list of materials required to initiate the farm will be provided.
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Guidelines on crop maintenance.
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Techniques for food packing and the process of applying for an FSSAI license.
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Advice on marketing strategies.
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Comprehensive information on subsidy-based loan options.
What is the future of mushroom farming?
The future of mushroom farming appears highly promising, driven by surging consumer demand for healthy, plant-based foods, advancements in agricultural technology, and the industry's strong alignment with sustainable, circular economy practices.
The global mushroom market, valued at approximately $60.01 billion in 2023, is projected to nearly double, reaching $115.8 billion to $139.26 billion by 2032, demonstrating robust growth at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of around 9.6%.