Transitioning to Organic Mushroom Production Webinar April 16th
Join us on April 16th at 10 am Central Time to hear from Dan Moe about organic mushroom production. Dan will share how he grows his mushrooms on The Farm of Minnesota, equipment needed to start mushrooms, tips for sourcing already inoculated mushrooms, and more about his certification journey since 2014.
This is a comprehensive webinar on commercial organic mushroom production, designed to guide you through the essential aspects of establishing and managing a successful organic mushroom farming operation. This session will also provide an overview of the new USDA organic regulations effective March 2025, specifically addressing standards for organic mushroom production.
Webinar Highlights:
- Mushroom Substrate Preparation: Learn about the selection and preparation of substrates, including sourcing organic materials and understanding the composition requirements as per the latest USDA standards.
- Spawn Selection and Inoculation: Discover best practices for selecting high-quality organic spawn and techniques for effective inoculation to ensure robust mycelium growth.
- Cultivation Techniques: Explore various cultivation methods, environmental controls, and maintenance practices to optimize yield and quality in organic mushroom farming.
- Pest and Disease Management: Understand integrated pest management strategies and disease prevention measures suitable for organic systems.
- Harvesting and Post-Harvest Handling: Gain insights into proper harvesting techniques, storage, and packaging to maintain product integrity and comply with organic certification requirements.
- Compliance with New USDA Organic Regulations: Get acquainted with the updated USDA organic regulations effective from March 21, 2025.
- Mushroom Substrate Composition: Requirements for organic substrate materials.
- Sourcing of Mushroom Spawn: Guidelines for procuring organic spawn.
- Certification Processes: Steps to achieve and maintain organic certification under the new standards.
Note: The new USDA organic regulations for mushrooms and pet food were published on December 23, 2024, and effective on March 21, 2025, with a two-year implementation period ending on February 22, 2027.
This webinar is ideal for both new and established mushroom producers aiming to transition to or enhance their organic production practices in line with the latest regulatory requirements. Equip yourself with the knowledge to navigate the evolving landscape of organic mushroom farming and ensure compliance with national standards.
This program is supported through the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP). TOPP is a program of the USDA Organic Transition Initiative and is administered by the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) National Organic Program (NOP).