The Malabar Coast Mushroom Malabar is the coastal region that stretches from southwestern Maharashtra along the region of Goa. It is surrounded by the Arabian Sea on the west and the Western Ghats on the east. The western coastlines of India are among the wettest regions of the subcontinent, where wild psilocybe mushrooms thrive in
Growing Mushrooms: The Best Strains For Beginners Growing mushrooms is one of the most profitable forms of agriculture in the world. To cultivate the best strains in the mushroom industry, it’s essential to explore the history of mycology and the legends who have made it so well known. Golden Teacher The Golden Teacher has been
What is an Isolated Spore Syringe? Isolated spore syringe, or “tubes,” are a modern staple for professional mushroom growers. The most important characteristic required to be a successful mycologist is consistency. Many beginner mushroom growers experience inconsistent results, slower than expected growth periods, and contamination. The likelihood of success with our isolated spore syringe is
What is Golden Teacher? Golden Teacher is the most notorious mushroom in the Psilocybe Cubensis family. This mushroom is known for its distinct gold and yellowish coloration in the cap region. It has gained much notoriety for its mild and conducive high users experience. Potency testing usually correlates Golden Teacher to around 0.6% active, which
Steven Hayden Pollock MD and Michael Forbes were legends in the world of mushroom mycology. In 1979, this duo, in fact, founded a company called Hidden Creek in San Antonio, Texas. They promoted their popular global mushroom cultures in High Times Magazine ads. Paul Stamets, an associate, attended the early mycology expos initiated in Florida.
The Matias Romero is an ancient Psilocybe Cubensis mushroom with deep roots in a small village in Oaxaca, Mexico. For thousands of years, mankind has collected these mushroom spores. The most historical being Psilocybe Cubensis. Ancient civilizations’ use of spiritual properties enhances our understanding of the past through global study. Matias Romero is small municipality
The Memoirs of a Mushroom Genetic Hoarding Surfer. When it comes to inoculating grain spawn, the options are plentiful and Liquid Culture is a popular one. As a grower, I understand the importance of quickly colonizing grain spawn. This ensure its sterility and promote robust growth in later stages. Personally, I prefer using a wedge
When it comes to inoculating grain spawn, there are various options available. The speed at which your grain spawn colonizes can greatly impact its sterility and subsequent growth. Many growers prefer the simplicity of transferring a wedge of agar to grain, then using that grain to inoculate more bags. This method, known as Grain-to-Grain (G2G),
Terence McKenna was a well-known author, lecturer, and psychonaut whose work and teachings have had a significant impact on the field of psychedelic research. He was a true visionary who spent his life exploring the mysteries of the human mind and the universe, which led him to become one of the most influential figures in
In recent years, there has been a growing conversation around the decriminalization of certain psychedelic substances. This conversation has gained momentum in California, where Senator Scott Weiner recently introduced Senate Bill 58, which would allow people aged 21 or older to own or prepare “certain hallucinogenic substances,” including psilocybin, psilocyn, dimethyltryptamine (DMT), ibogaine, and mescaline.