{"product_id":"redwood-mushroom-supply-pioppino-mushroom-plate-culture","title":"Redwood Mushroom Supply Pioppino Mushroom Plate Culture","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003ePioppino (Black Poplar) Agar Plate Culture\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCulinary excellence meets professional-grade genetics.\u003c\/strong\u003e Prized by chefs for its firm, crunchy texture and deep nutty flavor, the Pioppino (\u003cem\u003eCyclocybe aegerita\u003c\/em\u003e) is a standout gourmet species. This vigorous plate culture, prepared in the Redwood Mushroom Supply (RMS) laboratory, offers a robust starting point for cultivators of all skill levels who want to grow this \"staff favorite\" strain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3\u003eVersatile \u0026amp; Vigorous Growth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe RMS Pioppino strain is an aggressive colonizer that produces dense clusters of velvety golden-brown caps. Unique among many gourmet varieties, the Pioppino is remarkably versatile in its fruiting methods - it thrives both in traditional bag cultivation and within a \u003cstrong\u003emonotub setup\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its longer shelf life makes it a practical and rewarding choice for the home or commercial grower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n            \u003ch4\u003eFruiting Parameters\u003c\/h4\u003e\n            \u003cul\u003e\n                \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 55-65°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n                \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90-95%\u003c\/li\u003e\n                \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO2 Tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026lt;2,000 ppm\u003c\/li\u003e\n                \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardwood, Masters Mix\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n            \u003ch4\u003eStorage \u0026amp; Handling\u003c\/h4\u003e\n            \u003cul\u003e\n                \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRefrigeration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Viable up to 6 months\u003c\/li\u003e\n                \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoom Temp:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use within 1-3 weeks\u003c\/li\u003e\n                \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRequirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e SAB or Flow Hood required\u003c\/li\u003e\n                \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not freeze; avoid direct heat\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n    \u003ch3\u003eThe Redwood Mushroom Supply Process\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eWe provide laboratory-quality cultures expanded from early-generation slants to ensure peak vitality:\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePremium Media:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100mm x 15mm petri dishes utilize high-quality Malt Extract Agar (MEA).\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuality Assured:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sterilization is verified with chemical indicators, and every batch is tracked for contamination-free results.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional Packaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plates are individually wrapped and sealed in breathable filter bags for protection during transit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn-House Proven:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strains are tested and fruited at RMS headquarters to guarantee consistent performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3\u003eCultivation Strategy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eFor optimal results, transfer a 1cm x 1cm agar wedge to sterilized grain jars or bags. Once fully colonized, use this grain spawn to inoculate your hardwood substrate at a \u003cstrong\u003e5-10% ratio\u003c\/strong\u003e. We recommend top-fruiting in bags to encourage a full, dense canopy of caps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 10px;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e\n            \u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n            \u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCyclocybe aegerita\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCulture Format\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAgar Plate (Petri Dish)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAgar Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMalt Extract Agar (MEA)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruiting Method\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBags in growth chamber or Monotub\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-top: 20px; padding: 15px; background-color: #fff5f5; border: 1px solid #facccc; color: #d9534f; font-weight: bold; border-radius: 5px;\"\u003e\n        FINAL SALE NOTICE: Due to the delicate nature of live cultures, all sales are final. We cannot accept returns or exchanges on agar plate products.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Redwood Mushroom Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51255676305686,"sku":"RMS-CULTURE-CAPC","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0910\/5912\/6550\/files\/RMS-CULTURE-CAPC_1.webp?v=1777502446","url":"https:\/\/hydrobuilder.com\/products\/redwood-mushroom-supply-pioppino-mushroom-plate-culture","provider":"Hydrobuilder","version":"1.0","type":"link"}