Sporenity: Keeping the Culture

Join Ross Mertes, founder of Sporenity, for a hands-on workshop focused on the fundamentals of mushroom culture and cultivation. With more than 24 years of experience, Ross combines formal education with practical, field-tested knowledge to guide participants through the core techniques used in modern mycology.

This session, "Keeping the Culture," is designed to help participants better understand how cultures are created, expanded, maintained, and preserved. Throughout the workshop, Ross will cover essential topics including grain-to-grain transfer, working with spores, liquid culture, agar techniques, slants, the Castellani method, and cloning.

1. Grain-to-Grain Transfer

2. Spores

• Spore Prints
• Spore Swabs
• Spore Syringes

3. Liquid Culture

4. Agar Plates

5. Slants

6. Castellani Method

7. Cloning

Ross approaches cultivation with a deep respect for fungi and a commitment to quality, education, and transparency. His work through Sporenity reflects a belief that understanding the fundamentals of culture work is one of the most valuable skills a mycologist can develop.

Whether you're just beginning your journey into mycology or looking to strengthen your existing knowledge, this workshop offers an engaging and accessible learning experience rooted in real-world application.

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2314 E Platte Ave, 2314 East Platte Avenue, Colorado Springs, United States

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