#Mushroom Market Growth

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Mushroom Farming: Navigating the Boom in the Global Mushroom Market

According to Grand View Research, the global mushroom market is witnessing an unprecedented growth trajectory, with projections estimating a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 9.7% from 2022 to 2030. Valued at an impressive USD 50.3 billion, the industry’s growth is predominantly concentrated in the Asia Pacific region, which accounted for over 78.6% of the global revenue in 2021. This…

[uzumaki-rebellion]

"Tethered to You" ("The Acolyte) Chapter 1

Chapter Summary:

Qimir's prolgue intro where he meets an imposter trying to trick him.

"While I was tethered to you,

You cut it straight to the truth

And we're so one and the same,

So all my pain is your pain

You thought your soul was a necklace

That you could wear and take off

That you could rip then break off,

That you could trade in the dark

But you're mine…"

Victoria Monet"—"Power of Two"

Qimir leaned against the curved, key-holed style archway in the back of the dusty apothecary fiddling with a piece of half-eaten fruit in his hand. He wore a pair of dark shop goggles out of boredom and thought about what kind of meal he wanted for the evening to settle his stomach. Much of the food available in taverns and outdoor markets of Olega made him queasy. Bland spices on greasy meat cooked out in the open, and overcooked flatbreads paired with soggy tasteless vegetables was the norm in his immediate area. He much preferred simpler fare like homemade soups and grilled seafood freshly caught.

Waving his hand to shoo away an insect from his face, he glanced over his shoulder and sniffed the scent of the fresh decoction he created. Lavender and mauve spindly herbs boiled away in a scarlet glass pot on the workshop table where he used a mortar and pestle to grind some different dried plants he would boil and steep later for tea in the evening. For now the herbs filled the apothecary with a pleasant aroma of nature in the wild on a cool Olega afternoon. There were other edible plants and some off-world mushrooms covered in containers along the shelves across the room that he could use to make a savory broth. Perhaps he could finesse some taste out of some tavern vegetables left over in the small conservator behind the work table.

Strands of silky black hair fell against his cheek as he tilted his head to listen.

Footsteps approached the entrance.

She wasn't due back soon.

He had a sign posted on the door informing inhabitants that he was on a lunch break and would re-open in half an hour. Olega was rife with black market vendors, unscrupulous tradesmen, and con artists, so no one paid much attention when he took over the place after tricking the feeble humanoid mind of the original owner. Using his handsome face and seductive predatory eyes, Qimir led the old shopkeeper to believe that he had to leave immediately for an overdue vacation. The husky and very hairy owner removed themselves quickly and Qimir settled in temporarily with Mae…Mae who was supposed to be out scouting and not returning to the shop at that exact time.

The footsteps sounded like her, but with less aggression. She seemed to walk with hesitation and entered the apothecary with unfamiliar coquettish eyes. Her physical bearing was off-kilter. She was different. Mae not Mae.

An imposter.

This one tried to recreate the persona and mimicked Mae's style, but his real wanna-be acolyte never owned that particular black body wrap. The true giveaway was the lack of a mask across her face to hide her identity from the general public.

Curiosity rather than caution percolated in his mind.

"Hello…" she said.

He fought the urge to burst out laughing from the poor charade. Mae was always direct and didn't waste time on pleasantries with him. No, he was simply the stranger who did her bidding on the Master's behalf. He was there to assist her goal of killing four Jedi masters without weapons. Once her task was done, she would return to his planet and tell the Master that her quest had been fulfilled, and that she was at last ready to become his acolyte.

A restless anger lived inside of Mae. Hate even. Qimir had hoped that she would be up to the task and she showed great promise and focused determination. However, she lacked a certain quality that prevented him from accepting her outright. Until he witnessed that one thing she needed, he would have to wait for proof of growth and readiness. Or kill her.

"Oh, hello," he said, waving his hand at her.

She stayed rooted in place. Wary.

"Hi…you alright?" he responded, studying the imposter from head to toe while he placed the mushy fruit on the counter along with the goggles.

Carefully rounding the counter, he approached her as he normally would Mae.

"You're back so early…"

She was guarded and yet committed to the poor acting job. He followed suit, still amused to see Mae's face on someone else. She feigned confidence in her presentation. He sensed others advancing toward the shop. All Jedi. She was a pawn they used to shake Mae out from the shadows.

"I wanted to see you."

She intrigued him now. The awkward words tumbled from her lips and heightened the tension crackling between them. He touched his chest, "See me? Oh…Mae, uh, are you okay? Did the poison work? You're acting so strange."

He tilted his head and watched every facial tic in her round light brown face. Mae always had intense eyes reminding him of meteors blazing across the darkness of space. Fake Mae held the same fierceness. It was time to let her know he was on to her.

"Wait," he said, easing ever so close to her. "You killed Torbin without the poison. He will be so pleased."

He hoped it was true. The yellow elixir he made for her couldn't even touch skin without harming someone. It was that powerful and deadly. The imposter's eyes flickered the truth and an inner part of him slumped with disappointment. He gave her a sly smirk. She lifted her chin up.

"No, I used it. I just wanted to thank you…"

Her eyes almost became watery and he gazed at her lush lips, struck by how easy it would be to kiss her trembles of fear away. His mask slipped. A part of her knew he discovered the ruse. The corners of his lips dropped the smirk from his mouth. She kept stretching their farce with shaky bravado in her stance. He stepped to his full height in front of her, his gaze dusting across her eyes, rounded nose, and full lips once more up close. So close. The temptation to trace the calloused tip of his thumb across the outline of her lips beckoned, but he resisted crossing that frontier. The Jedi would barge in on them at any minute. He'd have to take on the caricature he played for Mae again. The imposter caught a glimpse of the real him and he let her see more.

Those dark brown eyes stared at him and something new flickered in them.

Interest.

In him.

They were both mysteries to one another. She teased hungry eyes. Beautiful eyes. They compelled him to step into intimacy. Her breath came out in a tiny gasp that only lovers shared when they were about to touch for the first time. His body became aware of the heat from hers. A nervous tremble quaked her body and he ignored it, enraptured with those luminous eyes that would haunt him the way Mae's never did.

He knew of a long dead twin sister. Mae told him about her when he trained her. With his helmet snug on his head sporting a twisted, sinister cortosis smile and his light saber holstered to his hip, he listened to his young charge spill out the secrets of her life among exiled witches on Brendok. It had to be her. There was a coolness to her that he liked. Mae was the hot-headed one. But this one…

Was she force sensitive too? His eyes narrowed at the possibilities until he sensed the pulsing energy of the force within her. He opened himself up more and a wave of incredible energy rippled across his body from her. The tendrils of his innate power uncoiled and reached out to her in a subtle test seeking light or darkness. He had to be careful. He was pretending to be a nobody, a nameless minion for her twin.

The dark power was in her and he almost salivated. He embraced the idea of having two strong acolytes at his fingertips. The imposter already looked mesmerized by his presence and he was ready to seduce her further. All he needed was a few more minutes alone with her.

"You look exactly like her…"

He left his real self wide open for too long. Her keen senses reacted to his pulsing desire that thread itself around her mind. Panic set in, and she jumped back, leveling a weapon at his face.

"Whoa…whoa, whoa, whoa, wait!"

He threw his hands up and a tall Jedi with short locs and an agitated tone dashed in front of the imposter wielding his light saber. A second Jedi with lank hair and a weary battle-worn face strode in, and still another snuck up behind him. Qimir slammed the mask of his false self back down and quickly became the bumbling stranger who knew nothing. They wanted Mae, asked him questions about her whereabouts and threatened him about helping her poison a Jedi. The older Jedi pounced on him with an offer. "If you will cooperate, we will consider letting you go with a warning."

Qimir held his hands up in a defensive stance making himself appear small and meek. He wanted to keep the imposter close and was willing to give up Mae in the process. The Jedi weren't interested in arresting him or punishing him for assisting with the murder of Master Torbin. They only wanted Mae.

"If you want to get to her, she'll be back here tonight. I'm holding some things for her," Qimir said.

"Yord, secure the peremiter. Keep an eye out for Mae," the older Jedi said.

He brushed past Qimir with a dismissive whoosh of his robes and the other Jedi followed him.

Qimir gave another glance at the imposter. Her eyes latched onto his for a split second longer than necessary before she swept her way across the threshold leaving him alone in the shop.

His soft fleshy lips swept up into a dark delicious smile.

A flame had been sparked in her eyes.

Ignited by him.

Chapter 2 HERE.

[crabs-with-sticks]

The possibility of aromantic living situations

Busy this Valentines Day as an aroace person thinking about the relationship between capitalism, family structures, and property (very normal thing to think about I know). In a book I read recently, The Mushroom at the End of the World; On the Possibility of Life in Capitalist Ruins by Anna Lowenhaupt Tsing, she talks about one of the goals of capitalism is scalability. Scalability is about making sure that a unit can work on every different sized model. Endless growth is an important part of capitalism, and if all your 'units' are the same size, you can easily create the same thing, just bigger, only requiring more of the same parts, rather than creating new parts. E.g. if you have a square block, you can create the exact same shape just bigger (read: making more money) if you have four more of the same square blocks.

The nuclear family is one of those squares that forms the basis of so much of society from housing to child raising to everyday finances. It is no secret that the nuclear family (mum, dad, and kids) is seen as the ideal and moral family structure in most of the west. And colonialism has had a big part in exporting this to other places around the world. But for many people, especially aro folks, this structure just doesn't fit what we want out of life.

And I've just been thinking about how that idea of the nuclear family is related to property and wealth and how it disadvantages queer folks. In the country which I live in, there is a massive housing crisis and owning a house is a pipe dream for many because of the cost. Property is culturally seen as probably the main way in which you build wealth/capital because you don't get taxed on it (there is no property/capital gains tax) and there are SO MANY tax benefits for landlords its insane. So when housing is linked so majorly to wealth and capitalism it makes sense that you would want it to be scalable.

And what is the most scalable living/family structure? The nuclear family. So, since housing is market driven, theres no incentive to create other types of houses/living situations except those designed for the nuclear family. Because property/housing is so ingrained in capitalism, that its an investment, and you want to be going for a big portion of the market.

This just creates an endless cycle of property enforcing traditional nuclear family structures, and nuclear family structures enforcing property. Because there is no incentive to provide anything different and there is limited ability to be anything else. And even if a person, or developer or whatever wants to create something non-typical (e.g. cohousing and coliving, at least in my country) because its not scalable or market friendly, good luck finding a bank to give you a loan, or a developer to work on it, or hell even the government to have proper land classifications to make such a project possible.

It just frustrates me so much as a non-partnering aromantic person because I feel like I have no options and I have to fit my circular shape into a square just so that people can build a bigger model of the exact same thing. And I think its something that we don't talk enough about in the queer community, and that we make ourselves into these square blocks because there is no other way to be, and in doing so just enforcing the very structures that oppress us.

So anyway, rant over. Hopefully my brain dump made sense and resonates with some of y'all. And go read The Mushroom at the End of the World, its really eye opening.

[writerswhy]

What’s wotl (in the tags on your last reblog)? Love hearing people’s headcanons about Hinamori :D Have a nice day! 🙏

Hi there!

Wotl is an acronym for world of the living, at least that’s how I’ve been using it. And yay for Hinamori headcanons! There aren’t enough for the best girl <3

So this headcanon was inspired by a few things. Remember, I’m all vibes no substance:

My thoughts on Soul Society, identity and belonging

This shift from a wandering ghost to a hungry ghost that creates a shinigami

Food as a vessel for the political, social, economical life of the human and nonhuman

Body horror! I love body horror and Bleach has a great sandbox for it (think the soul chains with mouths, hollows, hollowfication, Squad Four [as someone who works in med, the medical field can get pretty horrific] etc)

I finished reading Mushroom at the End of the World

I finally got around to writing down my mother’s recipes from her home country and thought, maybe the more you learn about something the more space you create (what can you do with that space?)

I once wrote about Brazil’s historical socioeconomic landscape from the perspective of a coffee bean

I like to think of Soul Society not just as a haunted house, or the Soul King’s metaphorical body (blood curse~), but also as a machine that’s hungry (the actual hungry ghost, a hungry house) and how all it’s denizens are feeding it and being fed by it

“Eat your way home”

This is post-TYBW (post-Aizen) so Hinamori and Soul Society are going through it. They’re in the ruins, the time for development has passed. Reckoning with the ideological commitments of their position, the narrativized self, the intimacy between the in-between of the spoken and unspoken, the event of place and the responsibility of facing up to it. It’s a lot and abstract, so what better way to communicate this than through the shared quotidian? Food! Hinamori is on a mission to reverse engineer one of Orihime’s recipes Matsumoto was raving about. (I think it’s important to include Orihime given her relationship with food, not just as another quirk of hers, but one born from poverty. A shared experience between two worlds, two bodies, one hunger.)

She’s also here to conduct some kidou research for the academy.

Orihime wasn’t available, so Hinamori is also working of off all vibes, no substance. She managed to sketch out a crude idea of what Matsumoto was talking about (Hitsugaya did not), but recreating the recipe will also require research, so why not stop by some restaurants? Why not peruse the markets?

Hinamori is ever curious, ever hungry for more.

(And isn’t that why she left for the academy in the first place? Isn’t that what Aizen preyed on? Isn’t that what Soul Society stifles? Is she stuck still?) 

Kidou in the wotl feels different in the Seireitei, in Rukongai. Food is also different. (Does Soul Society have gelatin? Or will she have to grind some arrowroot? Does Squad Twelve have a grinder [that’s suspicious] or will she have to grind manually?) 

Thankfully, Hinamori is well-acquainted with the in between, reaching into the unseen, the unknown, the (un)lived ruins and catching fire with hope to stimulate new growth: seeds to feed the body, to feed the mind, transformation to feed on.

[nyxlarkyn]

Jabberwalker Theory Master Post:

The Jabberwalkers mask is a silver butterfly.

The silver mask like face on the Jabberwalker is highlighted like a butterfly. As it twitches and jabbers the butterfly flutters.

The thorax is the nose bridge, eyes are the top wings, bottom wings are the cheek bones. There are even antennas.

Could be related to Ruby's growth with her eyes.

Last we saw a butterfly was V6 when Maria was giving Ruby more guidance with her power and role. Ruby steps outside trying to contact Qrow who is MIA drinking. Metaphorically stepping into the position of team leader of not just RWBY, but of JNR+Oscar, Qrow, and Maria.

This is also one of the first moment we see her pull back from everyone else.

"Sorry... The others went out to get food for tonight. "

"Why not go with them?"

"I don't know. I don't know anything. How can I tell Juane and his team when I don't even have a plan. Qrows out drinking and Ozpins still gone and even if he was back, I don't know if I can trust him. And there's always Jinn, but there's only one more question we can ask her. I feel like I'm letting everyone down."

"You don't give yourself enough credit."

"Thanks"

"That wasn't a compliment"

In this moment a butterfly Pops in frame enough to draw our attention as Maria says:

"If I have to explain it to you it'll just defeat the purpose."

That moment will get called into question for Ruby this volume and she'll finally understand if she keeps doubting herself, she will never reach her potential. With Crescent Rose gone and Ruby lacking a weapon; unless she takes arms with one of Penny's fallen blade like she did in the fall of Beacon, use the axegun shown in the trailer/ forge a new weapon with the blacksmith, or regain C.R at the end of her journey.

Regardless there will be a moment Ruby will need to defend herself without a weapon. The first time meeting the Jabberwalker she was weaponless and unprepared but did not have to fight.

Coming back to the Maria talk in V6:

Maria then begins a bit of backstory including what her father knew of their abilities. "He'd never been able to find more information on our abilities. Just legends of warriors whose eyes shown like mirrors. Reflecting the light of the world onto darkness." The camera moves to focus on a butterfly. "He found so little, in fact, that it made him cautious. How could such powerful bloodlines be so rare. Unless..." The butterfly lands on fruit and the camera cuts to Ruby as Maria finishes. "Something was actively seeking to destroy them."

The part where Maria's father could only find legends interests me.

Could be that Silver Eye Warriors are storybook legends that somehow managed to leave The Ever. (Rubys character allusions are Red Riding Hood and the Silver/Ruby slippers. Her silver powers are the key to leaving.)

The Jabberwalker could be related to the legends of Silver Eyed Warriors, either as beasts they had slain with their abilities, another form of a Warrior much like the Hound, or something seeking to destroy them. (Seeing the lack of reaction to Ruby I doubt it, yet the creature had a lot to process as well.)

Maria then tells Ruby, "I owe my life to my training and my semblance. At the end of the day those are still your most powerful tools."

Ruby will spend this volume growing much about herself as she learns who she truly is. Her combat skills and semblance will definitely grow, but I believe her silver powers might be triggered or start to grow the next time Ruby encounters the Jabberwalker especially if she still lacks a weapon in this moment.

I suspect she'll be attacked by at the night market on the way to the mushroom forest next episode. We know WBY are still shrunken during that time so they could be at their weakest in that moment. Ruby has no choice but to fight the creature while WBY are otherwise incapacitated.

Others have mentioned, if the God of Light had part in creating Silver Eyed Warriors, then surely the God of Darkness could create creatures set out to destroy them. Perhaps in his likeness akin to his brothers' eyes in dragon form being silver just like his warriors.

I do believe there will be a moment where Ruby will finally realize that she doesn't give herself enough credit and knows how much she's capable of coming into her indominable character. The Jabberwalker might play into that change. Along with the curious cat driving a good portion of her skill development and character growth.

[ataleoftwopitties]

These past few years, I have become a huge advocate for feeding fresh food to dogs to enhance their lives. However, you don't exactly have to transition your dog to a 100% fresh food diet in order to gain the benefits of fresh food.

Simply adding fresh food to your dog's kibble can go a long way in improving their nutrition and overall health. For instance, one study done a group of dogs in 2005 revealed that feeding vegetables just three times a week had significantly lowered their risk of developing cancer, compared to dogs who were only fed kibble.

Asian markets, in particular, have some very beneficial fresh food items that aren't typically found at your local grocery store. These food items, however, are not intended to fully replace your dog's food. Remember - too much of something good can be bad for you.

Instead, they should be offered in moderation as treats, or just small amounts topped over an already complete and balance meal. As a general rule of thumb, treats/toppers should never make more than 10% of your dog's overall diet.

Bok choy (Chinese cabbage) is full of essential vitamins and minerals needed to support a dog’s eyesight, cardiac function, digestion, bone strength, and immunity. Sulfurophane - a compound found in bok choy and other cruciferous vegetables - has been linked to inhibiting cancer cell growth, lowering blood pressure, and activating the nuclear factor Nrf2 which prevents the development of diabetes and its complications. Bok choy’s low calorie, high fiber content also make it a good option for a snack/food topper for dogs who need to control their weight. 

Preparation: Lightly steam or boil for better nutrient absorption. Cooking will also help neutralize the enzyme (myrosinase) that can decrease thyroid function. You should also chop/trim their long leaves to avoid choking hazards.

Goji berries (wolfberries) are rich in amino acids, carotenoids which support healthy vision, and polyphenols that have anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor, and cardio-protective properties. Studies on goji berry supplementation in animals have shown that it has the potential to help lower cholesterol, protect the liver by increasing hepatic antioxidant activity, as well as enhance metabolic homeostasis and prevent diabetes-induced renal inflammation. 

Preparation: Remove stems if still attached and cut/mash berries. If dried, soak in water until softened to avoid passing straight through the GI tract and losing the benefits of its nutrients. 

Offal refers to the internal organs and variety meats of animals that can be consumed as food (i.e. lung, heart, kidney, liver, gizzard, head, feet, etc.) The word 'offal' literally translates to "fall off", and thus, whatever falls off the skeleton during the butchering process. Offal is densely loaded with essential vitamins, minerals, proteins, and fats - so small amounts go a long way. Pet owners who use these as ingredients as part of a complete and balanced recipe should keep in mind that each organ is unique in its nutrient profile - dependent on the animal it is sourced from and how it is raised. For example, grass-fed beef may contain less fat yet more vitamin A and E than grain-fed beef, and beef liver has significantly more vitamin A and copper than chicken liver.

Preparation: Boil in water or low-sodium broth. May also be baked or dehydrated into jerky treats.

Oyster mushrooms are a good source of protein and fiber, and vitamins that support healthy digestion. They can help to increase satiety and maintain healthy body weight. Oyster mushrooms are also full of pantothenic acid which help to maintain cognitive function and healthy skin/coat. Beta-glucans derived from oyster mushrooms have also been shown to reduce inflammation and strengthen immunity. 

Preparation: Lightly sauté or boil in water or low-sodium broth. Raw or dried mushrooms can be difficult for dogs to digest. 

Purple sweet potato (Ube or Okinawan sweet potato) are typically found in grocery stores more commonly during the fall/winter seasons. They contain more antioxidants than regular sweet potatoes due to the anthocyanins that cause their violet hue. While all potato varieties may impact blood sugar levels because of their high carbohydrate content, purple potatoes may exert less of an effect because of their high polyphenol content that decreases the absorption of starches in the intestines. In addition, they have been linked to improving blood pressure, likely due to their high potassium content. 

Preparation: Peel skin and bake until soft for better digestibility and to prevent intestinal blockages. May be boiled and drained to reduce oxalate intake for dogs with a history of bladder stones, or prone to urinary issues. 

Quail eggs are small, yet packed with protein and essential fatty acids, and have a higher ratio of iron, riboflavin, and vitamin b12 than chicken eggs. It is even safe and can be beneficial to feed them with the shells included for added calcium. Quail eggs have been linked to improving bone growth/healing, reducing liver damage, and increasing energy levels. While some studies have shown evidence of quail eggs treating allergies in humans and mice, they may be less likely to trigger reactions than chicken eggs in dogs who have poultry sensitivities.

Preparation: Wash thoroughly, and handle gently as they are more fragile due to their tiny size. Cooking methods are similar to that of chicken eggs, yet require less time. 

Sardines contain all the amino acids your dog needs for optimal health, making it a "complete protein". They are also notorious for being rich in omegas and coenzyme q-10, which help support heart and brain health. What sets sardines apart from other fish, too, is that they are smaller and more short-lived species than larger predator fish and may have less of a risk for mercury poisoning. Because they are so small and have soft bones, you can feed them whole to your pets.

Preparation: Bake or dehydrate. If already purchased as dried, be sure to make sure there is no added salt or seasonings. If canned, preferably those stored in water only.

Sushi rice (Japanese sticky rice) has a high proportion of starch and moisture, giving it a stickier texture when cooked. Sushi rice has virtually zero fat, yet still provides a desirable balance of nutrients while remaining gentle on a dog’s digestive tract. Its higher iron content than regular rice supports healthy blood circulation and can provide more energy to dogs who are recovering from illness. Cooling/refrigerating the rice before serving also enables more retrogradation of prebiotic fiber, helping to lower glycemic responses and maximize intestinal function.

Preparation: Rinse thoroughly and soak in water (with 1tbsp apple cider vinegar - optional) before cooking. If you don’t have a rice cooker or instant pot, boil on the stove until the water is completely absorbed. May be cooked with bone broth for added flavor. You can also use small amounts of beet root powder, turmeric, or blue spirulina to add color and nutrients.

[talesfromsiteredacted]

Questions New Staffers Often Ask

Starting any new job has questions. Who are you guys, why are you making me do this, when is lunch, and of course... we get paid for this, right? No worries, Auntie Rabbit is here with the important answers. As a witch, anomaly, and senior staffer, I'm not allowed to accept cash. But... payment in candy is always welcome, I also accept wine, nice beads, art supplies, and tea. Senior staffers are generally discouraged in buying/receiving souls in payment, FYI. There's some useful stuff, but there's also some... well... less-than-intelligent questions I've had thrown at me.

Is it possible to ride 682? In theory, yes. In practice, anyone who tried it other than Dr. Kondraki wound up as a tasty between meal snack for our oversized asshole kaiju knockoff. So, in practice... no.

Does 049 know what the Pestilence is? Tough one... yes and no, I'd say. He knows what to look for but not the actual transmission vector.

Which 001 is the real one? Don't know, honestly. It's way above even Dr. Gears' clearance levels. Best not to speculate. I honestly doubt it'll matter to the dead.

No, you cannot arrange for your ex to contract a nasty viral SCP as revenge for dumping you. Using anomalies for such purposes is forbidden, you will be demoted to D-Class, then further demoted to corpse. What is wrong with some of you?

Yes, I had to go through Dr. Clef's seminars, just like you. No, I do not know what he uses. No, I'm not the least bit curious. Yes, I puked up my breakfast like everyone else. Just because Clef likes me, I get off no easier than the lot of you. Pro tip for those who haven't taken the seminar yet... smuggle in some ginger ale and plain saltines. Trust me, it will make recovery easier.

It's perfectly safe to talk to 049 and other Euclid/Safe class anomalies provided protocols are followed. That being said, please stop trying to sell them multilevel marketing stuff. Multilevel marketing is banned throughout all Foundation sites for good reason, and it's not like the anomalies have money.

No, SCP Speed Dating never happened. No, there are no records. No, you're not supposed to even think of the anomalies like that. 076-2 may be "fine AF" and "hotter than the deserts", he's also incredibly likely to kill you before you even say hello to him. It never happened, it never WILL happen, anyone trying to make it happen will have their own date... with 173.

While I'm sure 049 would love a hug now and then, it's not safe. Sorry, but he IS Euclid for a reason, no matter how sweet and nice he is.

Putting 999 in a blender is a bit like going on a high speed tilt-a-whirl for him. That being said, it feels so wrong even thinking of it. So, no 999 blender rides. Feel free to give him hugs though.

If Dr. Clef asks you to do something, think long and hard before agreeing. If Dr. Bright asks, the answer is automatically 'No.'

The Bright List is supposed to be a horrible warning, not a how-to guide.

Dr. Gears is, indeed, human. He just had his sense of humor shot off. Probably by Bright or Clef.

No, you cannot have a Ketchup Puppy as a pet. They're simply impossible to house train.

This one is for Dr. Clef: yes, mushrooms decay around Cain. He killed the growth on my maitake log on my desk. I'm not mad, though. Turns out, being both plantlike and animalistic to a degree just meant my poor maitake lasted five minutes versus the normal instant decay. They never grew back. I'm not big on mushrooms anyway. He also kills lichen.

We tried 682 burgers. Worst. Burgers. Ever! Not even dousing the things in ghost pepper sauce could save them. It was like biting the zombie back, honestly. Don't ask how I came to that conclusion.

Speaking of biting back the zombies... 682 DID contract 008 that way once. He was sick for all of an hour, but got better. He really is nigh unkillable.

I do not recognize the bodies in the water. You do not recognize the bodies in the water. No one recognizes the bodies in the water.

How many SCPs are there? We're not entirely sure. Some would say we're a bit overladen with Keters, though. I do know the database lies.

The staff restroom is located to the left of the south wing, three doors after the supply closet. Now you know.

Everyone says Dr. Clef is two-faced. That's simply false. He's got more faces than a mask shop. They just look a lot alike.

Advice for the ladies out there: if a thin, weasel-faced MTF agent with greasy brown hair and more bumps on his face than 20 km of bad road asks if you want to see a 'naked Mole Rat', say no. Agent O'Hare really needs to get new lines.

No, sadly... the cake is real. Really, really, REALLY bad. The breads are also terrible. In fact... try to avoid the cafeteria food if possible.

No, Iris does not like the flower she's named for. She says the scent is choking. So, if you're going to give Agent Thompson flowers, daisies or roses are the safe bets.

No one knows who exactly is on O5. And it's not worth the risk of becoming bunkies with the D-Class to find out.

How to tell if a Type Green is mucking about in reality's egg salad? Doors and windows vanishing is a big clue. Inanimate objects trying to bite you, floors falling away, suddenly feeling like the entire universe hates you specifically, and colors shifting. Just close your eyes for a second, if you're confident in your safety, breathe in, hold for 7 seconds, breathe out. Remind yourself of where you were before it all went weird. Then, shoot the Bixby before he rescrambles your egg. (I need to step away from the Bioshock, next thing you know I'll be referring to Clef as Big Daddy, he'd be way too into that!)

Food fights are (technically) forbidden. However, in case of Containment Beach/outside invasion, you can, in fact, use Mabel's baked goods as impromptu weapons. That poor MC&D thug never saw that baguette coming. Yes, it would count as a Geneva Covention violation on the outside, but as the Geneva Accords do not apply to us... the Parker House rolls work great as projectiles. Dr. Iceberg didn't even need to freeze them. They can instacrit harder than the RE4 rotten eggs!

Running crappy dollar store novels through 914 is a waste of time. Nothing can improve those saccharine pieces of mass published literary junk food.

Yes, Dr. Bright nearly started a war with Amazon. Yes, while breaches were down that week, it wasn't worth facing Bezos. Nothing is.

Playing tag with the Keters is forbidden. Why? Why do you want to die so badly?

Playing ANYTHING with Dr. Bright is a bad call. He's a sore loser. No card games with Dr. Cimmerian either, he's been banned from every casino, back room poker game, Pokémon tournament, and even the site 25 weekly cribbage games. He never cheats, he's just really good at card games. Anomalously good.

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Three miscellaneous gods who fall under the umbrella of ‘nebulous concepts grounded in real things/phenomena/widely acknowledged ideas that have existed for a really long time’. The bat is the Beyond, the giraffe is the Monument, and the turtle is the Fable. As always, lore under the cut.

The Eras may be the most well-known and best-marketed gods of Layer-Beta, but they are far from alone in the ‘created by humanity directly’ section of the god club.

The Beyond, aka He who Crosses the Heavens, the Vast and Endless Everything, and/or That Jerk who Stole Sputnik from the Russkies, is the god of (outer)space, of everywhere Humanity has not stepped, and of everything Humanity does not yet know. His birth was a nebulous event that is still argued about between theologians and scientists and philosophers and other such stuffy academics. Some say (cough filthy colonizers cough) that the Beyond has always existed, driving exploration and discovery. Except that’s mostly the Wanderlust’s doing. Others, who are most likely right, say that the Beyond has existed for a real long time, ever since Humanity looked at the sky and asked “What the hell is that?”, before getting properly formed when we started seeing people and bulls and centaurs and such in the stars.

The Monument, aka What Rumbles and Rises and Reaches and Rots, the Great Map of All That Is, and/or That Stupid Giraffe that Copied the Pyramids, is the god of empire, building, creation, growth, and greatness, with a unique flavor of existentialism about what it means to be great, and wanting to be remembered. They are said to have come about when Humanity first tried to create something beyond what they liked and what they needed.

The Fable, aka the Eternal Stream of Consciousness, the Great Spinner of the World Fiber, and/or Everything that May or May Not be Created, is the god of storytelling, of remembrance, of oral tradition, and of gradual change. She has existed for as long as Humanity’s stories have, swimming through everything from tales of ancient ancestors, to fanciful stories of myth, and real history.

I’m particularly proud of the Monument’s design, especially the shelf mushrooms that shift into clouds. It’s a metaphor about creation and growth and rot and turning into memories that eventually dissipate and such and such.

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Is blogging still relevant in the age of TikToks and Instagram?

Today, we will be analyzing if blogging is still relevant in the age of TikToks and Instagram and also discuss the reason behind the facts after investigating.

Blog

Blogging started to become a commonplace business digital tactic ten years ago. Before then, blogs about politics, travel, food, and technology were mushrooming everywhere and serving as trustworthy resources for guidance and specialized knowledge. It turned out to be a potent approach to show up in search results and in front of a crowd that was already interested. Additionally, it was a very efficient tool for businesses to demonstrate their expertise and to share expert opinions.

Instagram

Instagram started to be used alongside blogs. Most bloggers did want to use it as a way to promote blogs, like on Twitter. But with Instagram not allowing clickable links in captions, that never seemed to happen successfully. You can use the phrase ‘link is in the bio’ but it’s just not the same as clicking a link there and then.

Now Instagram has turned into something that feels like an unstoppable force and now we hear of Instagrammers, Influencers and content creators more than words like bloggers, vloggers or YouTubers. Instagram feeds are no longer snapshots of peoples Sunday roast, but highly curated images, many have images that look like they are straight out of a magazine. I’m not saying that’s a bad thing, I am often guilty of getting lost in a beautiful Instagram feed.

TikTok

In 2019, TikTok was the most downloaded app from Apple’s iOS app store? TikTok seems to have come out of nowhere and is everywhere. It has even infiltrated Instagram – every other food post I see is of a ‘TikTok recipe’ such as baked oats or feta pasta. Not to mention Instagram Reels – which seem to be a rip off of TikTok. Growth is hard on Instagram, but the way in which TikTok works means that anyone can go viral, even if you don’t have thousands of followers.

Why has these newer platforms become popular? is Blogging dead?

Joining Instagram and TikTok is simple. You simply sign up and you are ready to start publishing. You don’t need to mess around with a DNS server, buy a domain, pay a host then install WordPress. You don’t need to find a theme and fidget with widgets. Now, it’s a lot more mobile-based. We want to quickly scroll, consume and move onto the next thing. This is why Instagram is the go-to for looking at beautiful photos and TikTok is the best place to get short, entertaining videos.

Nothing has changed since then.

Despite the overwhelming presence of newer social media platforms, blogging is still a powerful tool for marketing. It's actually turbocharged. According to a recent Data Box survey titled "The Shift in Your Content Marketing Mix: 25 Marketers On What's Changed in 2 Years," 68% of marketers now regard blogging to be more successful than it was two years prior as blogging is about building relationships.

It’s about playing the long game.

To conclude, if you Take time to write your posts. Talk to your customers and build conversations. The everyday consumer is smart and has a limited amount of time. They make informed choices, not only about what they want to buy, but what they want to read. It’s only by offering your reader something truly valuable, that you’ll get the conversation started.

Your blog should always aim to answer the questions your audience has. How consumers find your content will undoubtedly evolve, but what they’re looking for probably won’t. We still need the same information we did 5 years ago, but we’re just using different methods to find it. Creating high-quality, original content will go a long way to getting results from blogging.

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So today I thought I would do something different than my normal posts that consist of furry reylo porn or yelling at antis to get the fuck out of the tags to show off some of my plants.

Because there are fewer things I love more than reylo or being furry trash and that’s plants.

This is a terrarium I put together about a month ago after finding this wonderful glass jar at an antique market. I think they were asking 15ish bucks for it and the only work I had to do was apply a few coats of polyurethane to the bottom of the lid so moisture wouldn’t fuck up the wood.

They’re incredibly simple to put together. Everything you’d need to make one is generally laying around your house already. The biggest concern is the dirt itself since it could be harboring bacteria or pests that can be a headache at best or completely destroy all your hard work at worst. It’s a good idea to sterilize it but that shit is as simple as putting it into bakeware and cooking it. I use the baking method in an oven but you can also use a microwave so I’ve been told.

Both processes require you add enough water to make sure the materials are damp but not soaking wet since the steaming is a huge part of the sterilization process.

Originally I had some wood features inside the terrarium along with a nice little mushroom shelf for the air plant to sit on but my sterilization process for wood needs some work. The dirt sterilized fine but whatever fungus is in the wood I collected couldn’t be stopped with boiling or baking since a week after installing it they started to grow a fine hairlike fungus that aggressively coated everything it touched. Currently the air plant is just sitting on some rocks I put in there while I troubleshoot that issue.

The elf thyme and strawberry begonia are both plants I have in regular pots up in the attic so I just took cuttings and planted them.

All of my moss is collected locally, some of it from my own yard and I encourage it’s growth anywhere I feel it might flourish. Maybe one day with enough love and care my yard will consist entirely of violets, clover, and thick luxurious moss.

My partner feeds into my plant lust far too often and bought me the jewel orchid as a gift which I am forever grateful for. Photos do not do this plant justice. It almost looks like someone brushed gold sparkle mica powder delicately into the veins and the sunlight makes it glimmer like the skin of a killer Bella.

The long plant that I may or may not have correctly identified as an inch plant/wandering jew was gifted to me as a very small cutting so I had no idea how tall it would get so quickly. Like I said I only put this terrarium together a few weeks ago and the cuttings were level to the dirt layer. It’s probably not going to stay in here as it’s trying desperately to crawl out of the terrarium and honestly would probably look nicer in a hanging pot.

Neat textures on the leaves though.

Now the smaller glass terrarium was put together about a year ago and is very well established. I call it my baby terrarium because it’s filled with babies from some of my other plants.

The air plant in this terrarium is around 5 years old now, so hardly a baby anymore but she’s still a baby to me. That reddish color she’s getting on the tips of her leaves means she’s reaching maturity and will soon flower and make pups of her own. Air plants don’t require pollination to make pups so if your patient enough your air plants will give you babies.

This terrarium is made up of my orchid’s baby that took quite the effort to produce, which is a fun story for another day.

And a baby from one of the air plants.

Originally when I pulled this baby off the momma I paired it with a small chunk of wood I had collected from a morel mushroom hunt that had a neat moss growing on it in a open jar. Besides general maintenance and care I didn’t separate the two from each other for weeks at a time and in good bromeliad fashion the pup grew aerial roots she immediately used to anchor herself to the bark chunk. I cannot separate them without damaging the anchors not that I would ever have a reason to.

The roots on these plants don’t serve a parasitical purpose. They are legit just there to allow them to anchor into the tree crotches (lol crotch) so they don’t get blown to the ground during storms. Most air plants grow on host trees in the wild without the need for dirt. If you ever find yourself in the southern parts of North America/northern parts of South America look for them hanging out on tree branches and you may find a few growing wild in their natural habitats.

It does make the watering process quite comical since I can’t remove the wood and moss bit I have to chuck the whole thing into a jug of water for a few minutes. The moss doesn’t seem to mind.

We do this once a week, with spritzing from a spray bottle in between those waterings. Along with my gentle affirmation that they are both good babies are they’re growing so well.

And that concludes this long post about some of my plants. For now.

Meow if you’ll excuse me I must return to my other passions which is reylo and furry dongs.

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[#]OrdinaryGirls: Summer '23 Mailbag

Art by Keij

Whitley, is your hair naturally curly or straight?

Whitley Valentine: Curly as hell. I straighten it sometimes when I need to, but I’ve been wearing it short lately *glare*

Queen Alici: Oh my GOOOOODDD. You just won’t let that go.

K-Cup Krysta: There is a long, ridiculous story that can be summarized as “Alicia got glue in Whitley’s hair filming a TikTok.”

Alicia, are there any strength milestones you're trying to break?

QA: I can deadlift the back end of a Kia Soul, so logically—

KCK: I told you to stop saying that word.

QA: —squatting a Kia Soul is next, followed by bench-pressing one.

KCK: That is not logic. That is not logic!

WV: Wait, when did you lift my car?

Krysta, being the numbers girl what value would you give to your physical assets? (winks while typing)

KCK: It depends on your definition of ‘value' as well as your quantification method. Market value, for example, would roughly equal the price I would ask from of a company wishing to sign me to an exclusive contract. Net worth, accounting-wise, is the most quantifiable, though it raises the question of which physical assets to which we’re referring, I do include all physical assets, which includes things like my hair, my skintone, my—

WV: Please stop.

QA: I was wondering how long you would last.

Whitley, which pizza toppings do you A) Love, B) Dislike?

WV: Well, if I’m limited to one pizza, then I go full supreme. I want a full-course meal. Dislike? No issues with toppings, but I am personally opposed to thin crust or any deviation from marinara sauce.

KCK: While on the subject, I reiterate that I prefer cheese or veggie. I don’t care for meat on pizza, though I will have wings by the side when it's an option.

WV: How about I just let you order next time?

QA: Love mushrooms. Not a fan of boba on pizza.

WV: It wasn't bad though.

Alicia, for anime, binge-watch or view it as it comes out?

QA: As it comes out. I like cliffhangers. I also have zero willpower.

KCK: We are quite aware.

WV: Why does she get the fun questions? Binge all the way. Who the hell can even remember tv they watched a week ago?

KCK: If possible, I prefer to watch in whatever format they are posted which, I assume, is how the show is intended to be viewed.

QA: My mind is unchanged.

Krysta, have you ever had any back problems due to your assets?

KCK: Posture is key. Always practice good posture.

WV: Seconded.

QA: Krysta also recommends hiring an amazing personal trainer.

KCK: Krysta will withhold official endorsements until all parties have signed the paperwork.

Whitley, when was the last time you met a woman taller than yourself?

WV: High school

QA: Stronger than me? College.

KCK: Larger breasts? Last week at Costco.

Alicia, how soft are Krysta's boobs?

QA: Ooooh, that’s a complicated question. How soft is anything? Pillow scale? Water balloon density? The jiggliness-meter?

KCK: Are you making fun of me?

WV: Kinda sounds like it.

Krysta, how accurate is Alicia's answer?

KCK: Setting aside the implicit assumption that Alicia has touched my breasts, her questions are valid. It relates back to the issue of quantifiable comparisons. Starting with volume—

WV: Warm, jiggly, flesh pillows

QA: Wow. Nailed it.

Whitley, how does Nika look relative to you now compared to the first time you saw her? And please tell her I said zdravo!

WV: I haven’t seen her in-person since the volleyball tournament a few years back. I don't know if she's grown at all since, but I can say I have a hard time imagining the girl who blogged her way through her initial growth spurt being quiet about another one.

KCK: According to her last LinkedIN update, she was recently hired as a spokesmodel for the German specialty apparel company, Riesin.

QA: If her Insta is any indication, her quads and shoulders have been looking amazing lately, though her arms overall are a little smaller. Her abs are phenomenal as always.

Alicia, is there such thing as being too muscular?

QA: Since I’m going for strength, rather than muscliness—

WV: For those at home, she just said 'muskliness.'

QA: Hey, if beefiness benefits, bonus! And believe me, I know plenty of guys with huge muscles that aren’t nearly as strong as they look.

KCK: Most of whom you've beaten arm wrestling.

QA: One guy cried. I gave him a hug afterwards.

WV: Can we get back to the guys with huge muscles?

Krysta, are you competitive or cooperative with other notable faces in your business?

KCK: If you’re mean to other large-busted models, I haven't met many of them since I do not attend expos or conventions. If you are referring to online personalities in general, then—

QA: *points to self* Notable face right freaking here.

WV: Raise your hand if you’re verified on Instagram. *raises hand*

QA: …

WV: Sorry, anyone else? Anyone? Anyone?

QA: I’m just saying it’s been a while since we’ve boxed.

KCK: Basically, whatever you would call this.

Whitley, what will you do if you reach 8 feet in height?

QA: Get stoned and take pictures of her feet.

KCK: Auction her socks on eBay.

QA: Record and post videos of herself eating an entire extra-large supreme pizza while binge-watching She-Hulk.

KCK: Livestream her pedicures.

QA:  So basically, the same things she already does.

WV: It has 's worked out pretty well for me so far.

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Mushroom Coffee Market 2024 : Size, Growth Rate, Business Module, Product Scope, Regional Analysis And Expansions 2033

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Market Size - The mushroom coffee market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $2.56 billion in 2023 to $2.72 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.4%.  The  growth in the historic period can be attributed to health and wellness trend, rising awareness of medicinal mushrooms, demand for alternative beverages, sustainability concerns, celebrity endorsements and influencer marketing.

The mushroom coffee market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $3.54 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.8%.  The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to continued growth of health-conscious consumer base, expansion of distribution channels, product innovation and diversification, marketing strategies. Major trends in the forecast period include increased product varieties, premiumization, functional ingredients, customization, global expansion.

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Market Drivers - The rising health consciousness is expected to propel the growth of the mushroom coffee market going forward. Health consciousness refers to being aware of and attentive to one's health and well-being. It involves making conscious choices and adopting behaviors that promote physical, mental, and emotional health. The rise in health consciousness is due to increased access to information, growing awareness of lifestyle diseases, a shift towards preventive healthcare, and the aging population. Mushroom coffee appeals to health-conscious consumers seeking alternative ways to support their well-being while still enjoying the ritual and flavor of their favorite morning beverage. For instance, in 2023, according to an online survey among 1,022 Americans ages 18 to 80 by the International Food Information Council, a US-based nonprofit organization, around 52% of Americans reported that they followed a diet or eating pattern in the past year, from 39% in 2021 from the past years. Therefore, rising health consciousness is expected to drive the growth of the mushroom coffee market.

Market Trends - Major companies operating in the mushroom coffee market are developing innovative products, such as mushroom-infused coffee, to stay competitive and meet consumer demand for healthier options. This infused coffee typically refers to coffee blended or infused with extracts or powders derived from mushrooms, such as reishi, lion's mane, or Chaga mushrooms. For instance, in June 2022, PsyKey Inc., a US-based wellness company, introduced its functional mushroom-infused coffee, a unique offering in the market. This product combines the rich taste and aroma of coffee with the potential health benefits of functional mushrooms, providing an exceptional experience for coffee lovers who are also interested in wellness. Additionally, high-quality ingredients, functional benefits, convenient single-serve coffee pods, third-party-tested, quantified, and premium-quality bulk mushrooms.

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Key Companies - Major companies operating in the mushroom coffee market report are Super U; Nutra-Industry CO., Ltd; Rheal Superfoods; NeuRoast LLC; Sollo Food Inc; Foursigmatic LLC; CoffeeTech Industries Inc; Laird Superfood Inc; RYZE Inc; Four Sigmatic Inc; Eco Organics; Purely Elizabeth; Waka Coffee; Ganoderma Coffee; Your Super; Pure Harmony Foods; Gorilly Goods; NutraCap Labs; Sayan Chaga; Z Natural Foods; Wild Foods Co; Longreen Corporation; Hekate; InstantShroom; Root 2 Rise; Earth Echo Foods; Peak Performance Coffee; Ancient Nutrition; Real Mushrooms; CoffeeBlenders; Alphay

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The Economic Potential of Mushroom Farming: How to Turn a Hobby into Income

Introduction

Mushroom farming has grown significantly in recent years as people recognize the economic potential of this unique crop. From gourmet chefs to health-conscious consumers, the demand for high-quality mushrooms is on the rise. If you've enjoyed cultivating mushrooms as a hobby, turning it into a small business could be your next step! In this post, we’ll explore the basics of mushroom farming, startup costs, revenue potential, and tips to market your products.

1. Why Mushroom Farming?

High Demand, Niche Market: The popularity of edible and medicinal mushrooms is increasing in both culinary and wellness industries. Varieties like oyster, shiitake, and lion's mane have distinct flavors and health benefits that are in demand.

Minimal Space Requirement: Unlike traditional crops, mushrooms can be grown in small spaces, indoors, or even in basements.

Low Startup Costs: Mushroom farming doesn’t need large machinery or heavy labor, making it accessible even for beginners.

2. Choosing the Right Mushroom Variety for Profit

Oyster Mushrooms: Fast-growing and highly popular with chefs, oyster mushrooms are relatively easy to cultivate and have a quick turnaround.

Shiitake Mushrooms: Known for their meaty texture and rich umami flavor, shiitake mushrooms are a bit more challenging to grow but can fetch higher prices.

Lion's Mane Mushrooms: These are prized for their unique texture and potential health benefits, such as supporting brain health, which makes them valuable in both culinary and wellness markets.

3. Setting Up Your Mushroom Farm on a Budget

Starting Supplies: To begin, you'll need a sterile environment, growing containers or bags, and substrate material (like straw or sawdust).

Low-Cost Grow Kits: Many beginners start with pre-made mushroom grow kits, which include spawn (mushroom seeds) and substrate, to familiarize themselves with the process before scaling up.

Scaling Up: As you gain experience, consider purchasing spore syringes or spawn bags to grow mushrooms from scratch. Buying supplies in bulk can reduce costs and increase profits.

4. Steps to Maximize Yield and Quality

Maintaining Ideal Conditions: Mushrooms need a dark, humid environment. A humidity tent or simple misting system can help maintain optimal growth conditions.

Contamination Prevention: Since mushrooms are sensitive to contamination, cleanliness is critical. Always sterilize equipment and keep your growing area clean to prevent mold and bacteria from affecting your crops.

Harvesting and Storage: Harvest mushrooms at peak freshness to sell them at the highest quality. Proper storage—such as refrigeration or drying—can also extend shelf life.

5. Marketing and Selling Your Mushrooms

Farmers Markets: Local markets are a great place to connect with customers and chefs who appreciate fresh, locally grown produce.

Gourmet Restaurants: High-end restaurants are always looking for unique ingredients. Approach local chefs with samples to showcase the quality of your mushrooms.

Online Sales: Setting up an online store can expand your customer base. Consider shipping dried or powdered mushrooms, which have a longer shelf life and appeal to health-conscious consumers.

6. Cost and Profit Breakdown

Startup Costs: A small-scale mushroom farm can start with around $500-$1000, covering supplies, substrates, and grow bags.

Ongoing Costs: These include substrate materials, spawn, and utilities like electricity and water. Monthly costs can range between $100-$300 for a small operation.

Profit Potential: Fresh mushrooms can sell for $10-$30 per pound, depending on the variety. A small setup can yield a few pounds weekly, allowing you to earn a modest income that can grow as you scale up.

7. Tips for Long-Term Success in Mushroom Farming

Diversify Products: Beyond fresh mushrooms, consider selling mushroom-related products like grow kits, dried mushrooms, or mushroom powder.

Build Relationships: Establish strong relationships with local restaurants, health stores, and online marketplaces to ensure steady demand.

Stay Informed and Experiment: Mushroom cultivation is an evolving field. Keep learning, experiment with new varieties, and innovate to stay competitive.

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From Hobby to Hustle: Turning Your Mushroom Passion into a Profitable Business

Are you a mushroom enthusiast looking to turn your hobby into a thriving business? With the growing demand for sustainable and nutritious food, mushroom cultivation offers a unique opportunity to create a profitable venture.

Understanding the Market

Before diving into the business side of mushroom cultivation, it's essential to understand the market demand. Conduct thorough market research to identify potential customers and their preferences. Consider the following:

Local Markets: Restaurants, grocery stores, and farmers' markets can be lucrative outlets for fresh mushrooms.

Online Sales: E-commerce platforms allow you to reach a wider audience and sell a variety of mushroom products, including dried mushrooms, powders, and extracts.

Wholesale Markets: Supply larger quantities of mushrooms to distributors and wholesalers.

Key Steps to Start Your Mushroom Business

1.) Develop a Business Plan:

Define Your Niche: Specialize in a particular type of mushroom or cultivation method.

Set Up Your Business: Choose a legal structure (sole proprietorship, LLC, or corporation) and obtain necessary permits and licenses.

Financial Planning: Create a detailed financial plan, including startup costs, operating expenses, and revenue projections.

2.) Cultivation Setup:

Choose a Suitable Space: A climate-controlled environment is ideal for mushroom cultivation. Consider using a basement, garage, or dedicated grow room.

Acquire Essential Equipment: Invest in equipment like grow bags, spawn, humidity and temperature controllers, and air filtration systems.

Master Cultivation Techniques: Learn about different mushroom species, their specific growth requirements, and proper cultivation practices.

3.) Marketing and Branding:

Build a Strong Brand: Create a memorable brand identity, including a logo and tagline.

Utilize Social Media: Engage with your target audience on platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok.

Network with Local Businesses: Collaborate with chefs, food bloggers, and health enthusiasts to promote your products

4.) Scaling Your Business:

Expand Your Production: As your business grows, consider expanding your cultivation space and diversifying your product range.

Explore Value-Added Products: Offer processed mushroom products like dried mushrooms, mushroom powder, and mushroom-based snacks.

Consider Partnerships: Collaborate with other businesses to increase your market reach and distribution channels.

Challenges and Opportunities

While mushroom cultivation offers significant opportunities, it also presents challenges:

Competition: The market is becoming increasingly competitive, so differentiate your products and build strong customer relationships.

Pests and Diseases: Implement strict hygiene practices and monitor your crops for pests and diseases.

Seasonal Variations: Some mushroom species are seasonal, so plan your production accordingly.

By carefully planning, executing, and adapting to market trends, you can turn your mushroom passion into a successful and profitable business.