Maitake Cultivation: Supplemented Sawdust SOP

Cultivating Maitake (Grifola frondosa), also known as "Hen of the Woods," is a bit more challenging than growing Turkey Tail or Reishi. Maitake is a slower-growing fungus that requires patience, specific temperature drops to trigger fruiting, and careful humidity management, as its delicate primordia (pins) will abort if they get too wet.

Below is a detailed Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for cultivating Maitake indoors using supplemented hardwood sawdust blocks.

1. Mix the Substrate: Combine your hardwood sawdust and supplement. A proven recipe for Maitake is:

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