Clean Hands, Dirty Mindset

A curious case from our spawn lab…
Everything looked perfect. Every step was by the book. And still – something subtle slipped through… A batch that seemed fine on day one suddenly changed by day three. Nothing dramatic, nothing obvious… just enough to tell us that something, somewhere, didn’t add up.
Tuning Into Fungi: When Biology Meets Manufacturing

Biologist Jara Salueña Martín turns fungi into future-ready materials, merging science, design, and sustainability. Dive into her journey and see how living organisms can reshape the way we create.
The power of sharing knowledge: reflections from Greece

Discover how openness, vulnerability, and shared experience shaped our Pasteurization Production Masterclass in Greece. Learn why sharing knowledge fuels innovation and strengthens our community.
Why your mushrooms are failing

Every mushroom grower has faced it at some point: the inexplicable failure. The harvest that started with so much promise, now ruined by discolour, malformed or even aborted mushrooms.
Short guide to evaluating mushroom spawn viability

Whether you’re a seasoned grower or just starting out, ensuring the viability of your spawn is where success begins.
The 10 most frequently made mistakes in the mushroom industry – Part 2

Learn about the 10 most common mistakes in the mushroom industry and how to avoid them. Part 2 of Mycelia Academy’s expert insights on best practices and solutions.
The 10 most frequently made mistakes in the mushroom industry – Part 1

Learn about the 10 most common mistakes in the mushroom industry and how to avoid them. Part 1 of Mycelia Academy’s expert insights on best practices and solutions.