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Cactus Hat Mushrooms
United States
เข้าร่วมเมื่อ 14 ก.ค. 2019
Gourmet mushroom farm in Tampa, FL
Mentorship Opportunity and Farm Update
Here I give a update on the new operation and offer an affordable mentorship opportunity at my current farm before we move into the new facility.
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Lets Talk Tents
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There is no more affordable way to start a mushroom farm than growing in a tent. In this video we review how its worked for me thus far and my experiences.
Growing with Pine pellets
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My experience with Pine pellets when hardwood pellets cant be obtained
We need to talk about Consults
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A car rant of rambling thoughts on Consults, my experiences with them and how to use them to help your budding mushroom farm thrive.
Quitting job and running a mushroom farm - My Experience SO FAR
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A quick chat while on deliveries about my experience running a mushroom farm full-time.
Barrell Steamer Follow-up Q&A
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There have been some re-occurring questions about the barrel steamer I covered in the original video. Here I attempt to answer the most common ones. Link to Missing Meadows Mushrooms channel for his future ez-bake barrel video. th-cam.com/channels/intMB0COjbF9SGBSGoeh0Q.html
STUPID DETAILS on pouring agar without condensation.
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In just about every cultivation group or message board you will find people asking about how to eliminate condensation from their plates after pouring. You'll find all kinds of answers such as storing them upside down and all these other gimmicks. You don't need any of that. Do it like this.
2,000 Bag Review of THOR
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Here's a follow up review to THOR. Cactus Hat Mushrooms has made 2,000 10 lb blocks with it thus far and its time to share some thoughts on this bagger. THOR can be purchased here: mushroommediaonline.com/substrate-bagger/
STUPID DETAILS - Slants
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Master Slants are used for long term storage of your cultures. They're called slants because as they cool we tilt the tubes 45 degrees so the agar solidifies at a slant, giving the mycelium a good surface to grow while not drying out the agar. This method is a great option if you don't have an auto-claveable rack for your tubes.
LEVEL UP YOUR MUSHROOM FARM WITH A BARREL STEAMER
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In this weeks video we review the barrel steamer I use and I show how easy it is to build. I recommend this over the sauna steamer I covered in a previous video. Heating elements x2 - www.amazon.com/Dernord-Tri-clamp-Stainless-Immersion-Electrical/dp/B075KCJX8W?pd_rd_w=GA7u4&pf_rd_p=9140899a-57de-4065-8e3f-0fd3a39e3695&pf_rd_r=E2MJZ7F2KH7QF0BX8RFW&pd_rd_r=2305795d-7537-4c90-ac27-c7835b8682c6&pd...
Full review of THOR our new bagger from Mossy Creek Mushrooms
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THOR is manufactured by Ben from Mossy Creek Mushrooms as a stripped down, affordable option for the small commercial mushroom farmer. I've made the purchase and had it shipped to Tampa to see if its an upgrade for Cactus Hat Mushrooms. Buy THOR - www.mossycreekmushrooms.com/product/thor-the-mushroom-bagger/
9KW Sauna Steamers for mushroom cultivation - WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
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9KW Sauna Steamers for mushroom cultivation - WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
I used to grow mushrooms when I was in high school My father stopped me from growing shiitake mushrooms because I was making too much money and he thought I would not go to college. I went to university all the way to PhD in chemical engineering and now I really hate it. I am really thinking about getting back into it.
Thanks brother
Good Job!!
Sounds like every hobbyist turn into a business. Thank you for being so real. People say, do what you love and love what you do... Those people have never owned a business 😂
Great video..thank you.
Thanks for the walk through talk through!
What about the toxicity? I heard that pine might transfer some of its toxins to mushroom and it might be not the best idea to eat them. Not sure if its legit tho
I've heard similar things but havent noticed anything different about flavor and no complaints. Growers better than I have done it before. I am of the belief the pelleted pine works and possibly not fresh pine. Perhaps the pelletizing process makes it work.
This was awesome, looking forward to another one!
Thanks man. Cleared up some things.
hell yeah get it on!!!!!!!
Exceptionally great and informative video!
Tried pouring my first plates a few days ago. Poured way too hot. Had tons of condensation and everything is super contaminated. Not sure if its from all the water or something else. Still working in a SAB which sucks. Flow hood build coming up soon. Ordered a temp gun. Stored poured plates in sleeve they came in with end taped back up. Inoculated 4 plates that were stored separately and thy were contaminated as well. Do you think excess condensation alone can cause all the contamination or would you be looking at other factors first? Thanks
Bacteria loves standing water. Assuming your plates were sterile starting out and you sterilized the media properly it can be a cause.
What tool do you prefer to read your substrate temp?
Hey Alicia this unit has treated me very well and the probe has lasted a year straight so far which is crazy. www.amazon.com/Inkbird-Waterproof-Bluetooth-Thermometer-Rechargeable/dp/B07WXQWD3Y?pd_rd_w=fSHem&content-id=amzn1.sym.62bf6161-8bd0-4857-85d6-e30435da42bd&pf_rd_p=62bf6161-8bd0-4857-85d6-e30435da42bd&pf_rd_r=NMT4W53VH2W8H2PEDR14&pd_rd_wg=Jg9xs&pd_rd_r=68b0efb7-cc59-49f2-aa76-71bc48eb95fe&pd_rd_i=B07WXQWD3Y&psc=1&ref_=pd_bap_d_grid_rp_0_50_i
Is the flavor of the mushrooms affected by which material it grows in?
I havent noticed a difference and havent been told by my accounts its different.
Will this work for grain bags as well ?
Negative. You'll want to use pressure for grain bags. Although there are some farms that do it and even sell it which I dont view highly.
When are you doing this again? I would love to do this. I live in fort Myers and have a house in Tampa as well.
I can do them most weeks. However, were in the new farm currently in Brooksville and the sale I ran during the time of the video is over. If you're still interested though send me an email at cactushatmushrooms@gmail.com.
$800 for a pallet is crazy. $270 in MA for 1 ton hardwood
Thanks for the info. Are you copying Scotty Kilmer presentation style? j/k
I get that a lot and I finally checked out his content and I love the dude
Are you using the Vivosun exhaust fan? Thoughts on whatever fan you use? Thanks. Tent arriving today 👍
I am thats correct
Stupid details, but such solid content man. Your videos on barrel steamers, consults, and just the business side of things are such solid, no-nonsense knowledge. Thank you for the time and effort you put into them. By the way.. I am about to do 50 plates and had to re-reference this video now that I got my temp gun LOL
Appreciate you taking the time to write that!
Doesn't sound like you enjoy it much...
Love it compared to what I was doing before
Link for the shelfs you have?
They are amazon basics
I noticed you are not running a PID or any kind of temperature controller. Have you had any problems with that? Those things are expensive and if I can get by without buying one right now I totally will.
A PID is ideal but I didnt and still dont use one. I just measure my cooks with a temp probe in the center of a block and turn it off when done.
Do you keep the bottom vents open for fresh air or so your exhaust fan isnt working so hard? Also, do you get bugs coming in through the open vents or through the exhaust duct, or is the duct a non issue since you run it 24/7? Thanks. Great channel. Keep the videos coming!
Yes flaps at the bottom are open. Never had bugs, I do run 24/7
I watched all your videos with this one coming last. Wow, has your demeanor changed!
Thanks for noticing. I think I was too excited to be making videos during these times and it turned some people off so I had to level myself out a bit.
Thank you for the honest talk! Liked and subscribed without even checking further the channel. My honeymoon phase is fading out and I start to think about how would my curent and future investments bring something in return. I started one month ago with a lions mane lq syringe. I grew more lq, made some grain spawn, 2 decent petri, attempts of cloning other species, growing molds of course, all good experiences to learn from. I have also spent time watching videos, reading some P. Stamets and doing diy's. The goal for now is to grow for myself and will see if this can be a profitable side thing. Anyway, I'm far of leaving my job over this but mycology is a nice world. I'm sure you will keep the good. Greetings from Romania!
This is awesome 👍 If I were to do this, say in my garage or backyard, would there be a high risk of contamination transporting bags down intk my basement or is it fine since the bags are semi-vacuum sealed? Thanks
As long as you unload them while theyre still hot you will be ok.
You are using the master mix?
does this smell strong when its up and running in an enclosed area. can this be used in a closed garage? does it create a lot of steam?
There is definitely a smell. I find it pleasant but not everyone does. I dont recommend doing this in an enclosed space unless there is really good ventilation. The steam that comes out of the trough will ruin everything in the garage.
You never know if you don't try it.
most people get into things without understanding economics of scale- that is the one thing the big guys have over the small guys--- tyson vs the back yard chicken farmer- tyson will produce a $2 chicken no backyard farmer has a chance of accomplishing that.
Hey I've been watching your videos for a while and I'm based in Florida as well, just south of you actually. I'm wondering are you only growing lions mane in the tent and also do you have any cooling set up for the tent? How do you keep temps in check for Gourmet species that prefer lower temps during our oppressive summers?
im a kid ima do it wish me luck. my dad does business.
I appreciate your vid. I know I'm a year late . My question is how many man hours per week 200 lbs is necessary. ? If u haven't done the q and a I think that would be awesome. Thx
1 person can pull it off if there are no distractions but they would be pushed to the limits. The biggest factor I have found is the systems the farmer has in place. If the systems are good to make the work easy, the job can be easy. Many farmers make it hard on themselves with bad systems and workflow. I've done one Q&A thus far. Probably need to do another soon.
Thank you for sharing your knowledge! 🙏 Starting my own farm is something iv become increasingly more interested in day after day since iv gotten into mycology. Youve definitely "shined the light" so to speak on a few topics that have been weighing heavy in the back of my mind. Like you said, having no real buisness experience makes it really hard to even know where to get things started or where to take things once you do get your foot in the door. Really appreciate your insight and love the Q&A idea! Mushlove man, Wish you success!
Thanks!
I'm going to buy some pine and try it out. Looking forward to the next video on the tent. Lion King!
Yea good to see you! Glad your doing good!
Thanks man...
3:20 I'm going through this stage😂😂😂
good 🌆 evening. McGuire and son mushrooms here. wanted mentorship information. we're here in Tampa as well💪🏻❤️.
Hey Joe, glad I found you. Hope your plan is still moving along.
Thanks for checking in! Moving into the new facility this week.
@@cactushatmushrooms3677 Hi Joe, hope the new facilities are working out. I'm movin' on up into a bigger space next week. I'm building one of your trough sterilizers for the new space. You mentioned using a probe to to figure out the temp. I have a small bubba barrel with a PID that turns the element on and off to keep the temp steady. How do you control the temp during the cook with your setup? Is there a way to do it without the PID? Appreciate your time on this. --Lucas
@@MonValleyMushrooms I've never used a PID. Honestly the PID is the way to go, but you dont need it. You just measure the temp of a block and cook them until you hit your benchmark. This means the elements will be running wide open the whole time.
I was a talented amateur uav (drone) design engineer and pilot. I've got friends that went sponsored and got licenced for professional mapping and photography for some big companies. Those guys become so miserable turning their joy into work (and the money was actually kinda shit for the level of experience and talent these guys have. I'm now in bathroom renovation and an archery instructor and I've never been happier. Life comes at you strange
It really does. Happiness is all the matters to me these days
I found the same with most of the small business. I'm in a take out and is crazy low....If i consider my salary is minimum wage. Sometime you thing , is really work it all the effort?
no gasket on the tri-clamp??
The elements come with gaskets you use since they're under the water line as does the drain. The steam outlet and water intake to the float don't have them and aren't needed. Sorry if I forgot to mention that.
Love this Joe. Would love to tune in to the next one
Thinking next week
That’s worrisome that you had bad experience as a firefighter, that’s supposed to be the most noble job in existence
Not worrisome at all. I did it for 12 years, was good at it and the average employee stays for 5 years. I did my time and helped people and now I grow food for people.
So true, soon as I decided to grow b+ commercially, I quickly started to hate it and the experiences that ppl had changed dramatically
Excellent video
Thank you sir
Thanks brother for your honesty, you are a winner ❤❤😊
Thank you for your insights! I have learned a lot! Greetings from Belgium