A Detailed Guide to White Ginseng Fungus Cultivation Techniques and Spawn Culture Methods
AbstractSeason: cultivate every year in autumn and spring. Substrate: conventional bagging and sterilization, preferably using vertical cultivation techniques. Disinfection: strict aseptic operation throughout, and after sterilization is complete, cool to below 28°C before inoculation. Spawn running: adjust the indoor temperature well to ensure ventilation is achieved. Fruiting: during fruiting, spray water every day, remove the film for ventilation, and spray misted water 3 times a day. Harvesting: cut from the base and promptly clean away the debris below.
The white ginseng fungus grows like a snow lotus, and its appearance is very beautiful and elegant. This is not just an ordinary fungus; it is a rare fungal food that can be eaten and also used medicinally. It is a very famous local specialty of Yunnan Province, and whether stir-fried, steamed, or made into canned food, it is a highly precious food ingredient. Next, let us learn about its cultivation process!
White Ginseng Fungus Planting Methods (Cultivation Techniques)
(1) Season. First, our entire process from inoculation to final harvest is completed within 20 days. Generally, autumn and spring each year are relatively suitable for cultivation. Under normal circumstances, 4-6 batches can be scheduled for production each year.
(2) Substrate. For the substrate, we need to follow the conventional operations of bagging and sterilization. It is especially important to note that it is better if vertical cultivation techniques are used. Therefore, this method is currently relatively common in the market for cultivation.
(3) Disinfection. When inoculating, we must carry out strict aseptic operations, and after inoculating the spawn, seal the opening with adhesive tape. After the substrate bags are sterilized, they need to be cooled to below 28°C before inoculation.
(4) Spawn running. Adjust the indoor temperature, place the already inoculated spawn bags on shelves, and remember to let in fresh air twice a day. Make sure it can fully achieve the effect of ventilation.
(5) Fruiting. During fruiting, remember when spraying water every day to remove the film for ventilation. Spray misted water 3 times a day. Be sure not to spray too much water, so as not to affect fruiting efficiency.
(6) Harvesting. When the leaflets of the cap begin to spread and become flat, it indicates that the fungus has matured, and this is the time for harvesting. When harvesting, it should be cut from the base, and the debris below should be promptly cleaned away. It is worth noting that watering should be stopped before harvesting.
White Ginseng Fungus Spawn Culture Methods
1. Place the already prepared spawn bags in a pre-prepared culture room, generally on shelves or stacked flat on the ground for cultivation.
2. When the mycelium is running, remember the requirements of the culture environment: it should be placed in a relatively ventilated and dry place.
3. Pay special attention to temperature control, as it is the key period determining spawn growth. Generally, a temperature of 23-26 °C is best; it must not be lower than 18 °C, nor exceed 32 °C, and air humidity also needs to be strictly controlled.
4. Under normal circumstances, after about 7 days the indoor spawn begins to be covered with dense white mycelium. The entire spawn running period of white ginseng fungus is usually around 10 days. When inspecting, press with your fingers to observe whether there are dents on the bags. If there are no problems, it can be moved out of the room to the greenhouse for cultivation.
Main Nutritional Value of White Ginseng Fungus
1. The polysaccharides it contains have a certain effect against cancer, so it has medicinal value, and therefore it is pursued by many people.
2. Its rich protein can enhance the human body's immune function and has the benefit of strengthening the body.
3. It also has a good effect especially on the phenomenon of night sweats in children.
4. Because white ginseng fungus is not high in calories, it is suitable as a food ingredient for obese people, and it can also supplement the body.
When cultivating white ginseng fungus, be sure to remember the disinfection and sterilization in the early stage, control the temperature, and handle the final harvesting properly. The spawn culture step is especially crucial, and every step must be strictly carried out to ensure high-volume production of white ginseng fungus. At the same time, pay attention to the weather temperature during cultivation. In seasons with excessively high or low temperatures, the survival rate of white ginseng fungus is low, and the quality is not high.