“Basics of Oyster Mushroom Production”

The University Farm will offer a course titled “Basics of Oyster Mushroom Production” Friday, Jan. 19, from 1 to 4 p.m. Food Program staff member Matt Burtonshaw, who manages the daily operations of the farm's oyster mushroom production, will lead this hands-on learning experience. He will cover:

• The economics of growing,
• Growing requirements,
• Equipment,
• Sterilization,
• Potential problems,
• Packaging and
• Harvesting.

Participants will be taught how to make a miniature mushroom bag to take home. This course costs $50. Contact the farm office at 216.368.0274 or farm@case.edu for more information and to register. View other winter course offerings at students.case.edu/farm/education/continuing.html.