Mushroom Farming

After a lot of winter reading about the health benefits of mushrooms, I've added mushrooms to the list of things The Gentlewoman needs to nurture here on the farm. The hardwood logs are cut about 4 feet long in the early spring. Then I drilled holes which I pug with wooden dowels impregnated with mushroom spawn. The logs should start producing this fall, and continue for 4 of 5 years. There are so many health benefits associated with mushrooms, once you look into this, you'll be amazed. Chinese medicine is definitely considered more of an alternative health philosophy than our traditional health practices, but I cannot dismiss the 1000's of years experience from the ancient ones. Some of the information I read, rushed right over my head, but quite a bit did sink in, and I'm now a true believer of the health benefits. Mushrooms even are able to break down oils and pollutants, many more environmental benefits,if widely understood, would become a huge part of the new green movement. So far, it seems like with an investment of a few afternoons, my husband and I will be reaping the benefits of the shrooms for years to come. I hope there are an abundance so we can share!