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Module 6 Lesson 4 Cleaning

Module 6, Lesson #4 focuses on the importance of cleanliness in mushroom cultivation to prevent contamination and promote growth. It outlines high-risk areas for contamination, cleaning methods using bleach or alcohol, and establishes daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning routines. Proper cleaning habits are essential for maintaining a healthy environment for mushroom production.

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Module 6 Lesson 4 Cleaning

Module 6, Lesson #4 focuses on the importance of cleanliness in mushroom cultivation to prevent contamination and promote growth. It outlines high-risk areas for contamination, cleaning methods using bleach or alcohol, and establishes daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning routines. Proper cleaning habits are essential for maintaining a healthy environment for mushroom production.

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Module 6

Lesson #4

Cleaning
Keep It Clean!
Why?

1. We want Mushrooms!

- Select for mushrooms vs other organisms

2. High humidity environment

- Other organisms thrive in same conditions


High Risk Areas

1. Mixing & Inoculation Room

2. Fruiting Room

3. Compost/Spent Bag Area


How To Clean

1. Remove all organic debris/material

2. Wipe or spray with:

- 10% bleach solution or

- 70-90% alcohol (rubbing, isopropyl, or ethyl)


Cleaning Routines & Habits

Daily (or when needed)

• Clean mixing & inoculation room after use

• Wear shoe covers in fruiting room

• Pick mushrooms before spore drop

• Remove debris from fruiting room floor

• Compost old substrate immediately


Cleaning Routines & Habits

Weekly

• Remove debris from fruiting room floor

• Wipe or mop floor with 10% bleach solution or

alcohol

• Make sure all spent substrate has been composted


Cleaning Routines & Habits

Monthly (Deep Clean)

• Remove all bags/blocks from fruiting room

• Remove debris from fruiting room floor

• Wipe shelves, walls & floor with 10% bleach

solution or alcohol

• Brush & mop floor in incubation room

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