Pasteurizing vs. Sterilizing: Which is Best for Your Substrate?
What is the difference between pasteurizing and sterilizing mushroom substrate? Pasteurizing mushroom substrate kills the majority of competing micro-organisms, keeping a few beneficial microbes for protection. Sterilizing kills all competing micro-organisms, including the beneficial ones. Pasteurization is better suited for agricultural waste products such as straws and manure while sterilization is necessary for dense, nutrient … Read more