Explore the world of mycology with The Mushroom Cultivator: A Practical Guide to Growing Mushrooms at Home, by Paul Stamets and J.s. Chilton. A comprehensive and practical guide for at-home growers, The Mushroom Cultivator offers in-depth guidance on the cultivation of 15 mushroom species, including edible and psychoactive species, and control measures for 40 genera of contaminants. This book also outlines best practices for strain selection and development and preparation methods for compost and bulk substrates. Whether you're a novice mycophile or a seasoned mushroom grower, this comprehensive manual, co-authored by esteemed mycologist Paul Stamets, offers a rich tapestry of mycology knowledge to enhance your cultivation practices. Known as "The Grower's Bible" and widely used as a mycology textbook, this book contains comprehensive information on the mushroom life cycle and mushroom genetics