diff --git a/README.mdown b/README.mdown index 978054b..9389fc8 100644 --- a/README.mdown +++ b/README.mdown @@ -1,11 +1,12 @@ # HomeMyco A [homebrewer](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Homebrewing)'s take on practical home cultivation of [mycelium](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mycelium) and their [mushrooms](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mushroom). -You don't have to follow every step in this guide but you should because it's fun. +Mycelium are kind of like a mushroom's roots but this is not an exact analogy. +The sole purpose of a mushroom is to release spores as far away from the colony as it can reach. [Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0](LICENSE) -# Always a Risk of Contamination +# There is Always a Risk of Contamination Contamination occurs when other microorganisms take advantage of the gratuity you provide for your mycelium. There is always a risk that bacteria and mold will invade, competing with your precious mushroom makers. @@ -28,8 +29,6 @@ All other equipment can be reused. Saving a control will help you test for contamination introduced through your technique. If all fares well you can always end up using it. -`Spawn medium` refers to any nutrient rich growing surface, such as seed grain or simple sugar. - # Finding Samples - [ ] mycelium sample @@ -70,6 +69,7 @@ There are three general stages to cultivating mycelium. - [ ] star san, sanitizer The critical time to practice good sanitation is when opening any of your containers and interacting with the spawn medium inside. +`Spawn medium` refers to any nutrient rich growing surface, such as seed grain or simple sugar. Clean yourself and work area before working with a mycelium sample or spawn medium. All surfaces and tools should be wiped clean then sprayed with a sanitizing solution to soak for at least 2 minute prior to working.