What to Do With Your Fully Colonized Grain Bag
Once you finally have a fully colonized grain bag sitting on your shelf, the temptation to rip it open and get started on the next phase is almost overwhelming. You've spent weeks—maybe even a month or more—peeking into your storage area, checking for that first sign of white fuzz, and worrying about every little speck of dust. Seeing that solid, snow-white block of mycelium is a huge milestone for any grower. It's the point where the most "vulnerable" part of the process is over, and you're officially ready to move toward the fruiting stage. ...