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Mushrooms

Agaricus bisporus

The common mushroom, Agaricus bisporus, is one of the most widely cultivated mushrooms in the world. It has a smooth, white cap and a mild flavor, making it a popular choice in various cuisines. It is rich in nutrients, including vitamins B and D, and is low in calories. Mushrooms play a significant role in sustainable agriculture due to their ability to decompose organic matter.

Calculate System for Mushrooms
500.00–800.00mm
Water Need
120 days
Season
15.00–30.00cm
Root Depth
30,000 kg/ha
Yield
166,666
Plants/ha

Growth Stages

Season: Mar – Aug (120 days)

Initial
Kc 0.400
30 days
Development
Kc 0.700
40 days
Mid-Season
Kc 1.000
60 days
Late
Kc 0.800
30 days

Mushrooms can be cultivated on various substrates, including straw, sawdust, and compost. Different varieties include white button, cremini, and portobello, each with unique flavor profiles and culinary uses.

Water Requirements

Season Total: 500.00800.00 mm
Water Stress Sensitivity: High
Salt Tolerance: Low
Water Productivity: 20.000 kg/m³

Recommended Methods

Drip Irrigation90.00%Overhead Misting60.00%

Soil Compatibility

Optimal pH range: 6.0 – 7.5

Peat
AWC450.00mm/m
Drainagepoor
Drainage: Well-drained substrates preferred
Organic Matter: 5.00%
Mushrooms do not grow in soil but rather in prepared substrates. Composting materials before use can enhance nutrient availability and microbial activity.

Climate Compatibility

Temperature range: 12.0°C – 24.0°C

Temperate Continental
ETo: 1.006.00 mm/day
Temp: -20.0°C – 30.0°C
Frost: high
Frost Tolerance: Low frost tolerance
Heat Tolerance: Low heat tolerance
Mushrooms thrive in cool, humid environments. Temperature control is crucial, especially during fruiting, to prevent heat stress.

Planting Layout

30.00cm
Row Spacing
20.00cm
Plant Spacing
166,666
Plants per ha

Nutrient Requirements (kg/ha)

Nitrogen (N)100 kg/ha
Phosphorus (P)50 kg/ha
Potassium (K)150 kg/ha
30
Calcium (Ca) kg/ha
20
Magnesium (Mg) kg/ha
15
Sulfur (S) kg/ha
Schedule: Incorporate nutrients into the substrate before inoculation.
Organic Matter: 5-10% organic matter recommended in the substrate.

Yield Information

30,000
kg/ha
1.000
kg/plant
0.500
Harvest Index
Quality Factors: Size, texture, flavor

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