About this Event
Learn how to grow your own edible mushrooms and enjoy them! During this workshop, we'll focus on the following objectives:
- Explain basic mushroom ecology and role fungi play in natural ecosystems.
- Describe the role of fungi as decomposers of organic matter.
- Identify mushroom varieties best suited for home production.
- Recognize environmental conditions required for successful mushroom cultivation.
- Demonstrate proper harvesting, handling, and consumption techniques for edible mushrooms.
- Apply general fungi safety guidelines to reduce risks associated with cultivation and consumption.
Don't miss out!
- February 17, 2026
- Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
- Location: 3100 E. New York Ave., Deland, FL 32724
- Registration fee : $50 (includes: mushroom growing kit & resources)
For more information, contact Brittany A. Council-Morton via email at [email protected] or phone at 386-822-5778.
Registration ends February 9, 2026.
NO REFUNDS AFTER FEBRUARY 9, 2026.
Cancellation policy: Classes are subject to cancellation if a minimum number of attendees are not booked. If class is cancelled you will receive a notification, and a refund confirmation to the e-mail that is provided during the registration process. Refunds for class cancellations may take up to 30 days to process.
An Equal Opportunity Institution.
The University of Florida is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. For disability accommodations such as sign language interpreters and listening devices, please contact UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension via phone 386-822-5778 at least 1 week in advance. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
3100 E New York Ave, 3100 East New York Avenue, DeLand, United States
USD 50.00
