Looking to try a new species in your Boomr Bin or BoomRoom? Enoki thrive in cool, controlled indoor setups, producing beautiful long stems and dense clusters, and many growers see 3+ flushes from a single block. 📸: Spore to Fork #northspore #enoki #mushrooms #growyourfood

How does music shape a trip? From ancient mushroom ceremonies and shamanic drumming to modern therapy, sound has always guided altered states. Read the full piece on Substack: northspore.substack.com/p/music-and-... #mushrooms #music #alternativemedicine

Fungi don’t just survive in space—they thrive there. From radiation-eating mushrooms to self-growing habitats, our latest video explores why NASA is betting on fungi for the future of space travel (and life on Earth). Watch now: youtu.be/oIUEuOjWuuE?... #mushrooms #nasa #space

*NEW VIDEO* Turkey Tail is one of the most researched medicinal mushrooms in the world - let's explore what the research shows: youtu.be/VLYiP1KTGRM?... #northspore #spreadthespore #turkeytail #medicinalmushrooms #alternativemedicine #fungi

*NEW VIDEO* What really happens when active mushrooms hit your system? Watch the full video on YouTube: youtu.be/Pyo6Uyhogm8?... #northspore #spreadthespore #mushrooms #naturalmedicine #altmedicine #nature

@northspore.bsky.social of course there's more out there but I'm letting them get a little bit bigger..... These are some big beefy bastards! So cool! And as usual I had thought that I had failed and then they showed up, the fungi said we will do things on our own time... #gardengiants2025

@northspore.bsky.social the two bigger ones are inside the house but I wanted to come back out and look at the group.... 👑 Stropharia ragusoannulata in the Garden #spreadthespore #gardengiants #kingstropharia #fallgarden

Spent mushroom substrate = soil superfood. It’s full of organic matter, boosts moisture retention, and helps gardens thrive. Watch here 👉 youtu.be/nRCyhfhQb2E?... #northspore #mushrooms #gardening #homesteading #compost

@northspore.bsky.social I don't even know how many times these pink oysters surprise me, always ahead of schedule, and often in places they're not expected at all... Always is pleasant surprise, 😉😂, of course. I'm very cool to see them, but not sure why they're popping up and not the 👑 stropharia

With just a few basic tools and patience, you can create clean, ready-to-use spore syringes for research, microscopy, or cultivation projects at home. Learn more here: northspore.substack.com/p/how-to-mak... #northspore #mushrooms #mycology #fungi

In celebration of #NationalFoodDay, Matthew McInnis of @northspore.bsky.social shares how easy & rewarding it is to grow mushrooms at home, and how #mushrooms can play a vital role in food, health & sustainability. Watch: youtu.be/roefH792EDM?... #BigBlendRadio

These mushrooms are known for their unusual effect, but their story began 65 million years ago after the dinosaurs disappeared. Their key compound may have evolved to fend off ancient grazers like slugs… Watch here 👉 youtu.be/mF89o_7xBRo?... #mushrooms #fungi #ancienthistory #mycology

@northspore.bsky.social I wonder why the mushrooms are showing up one at a time, just enough to keep me encouraged and paying attention .. very cool, thanks guys! #ediblefallfungi #winecaps #gardengiants #growyourownfood #fallgardening

grew a wine cap, sporeprinted, made #microscopy slide. Made #microscopyvideo , cut &spliced, #InShot made GiF to #growyourownfood #learnskillsforlife and #spreadthespore, @northspore.bsky.social .... #gardengiants #ediblefungi #freepalestine

@northspore.bsky.social I GOT MY FIRST KING STROPHARIA! Thank you, for all your work to spread the spore and bring the fungi to us! It hadn't rained in like 3 months and it had been too hot... The suspense was driving me crazy and I know you guys know... #growyourownfood #ediblefungi #spreadthespore

Have you ever considered growing mushrooms? Now is the time and I HIGHLY suggest it! It’s super easy and mostly hands off. #fungi #mushroom I got my starter block from @northspore.bsky.social back in April. I’ve been getting Winecap mushrooms ever since!

Another day, another garden haul. I am not upset at all from this next flush of WineCaps! I got my block from @northspore.bsky.social back in April. Going on 3+ months of mushrooms! Highly recommend #mushrooms #fungi #growmushrooms

How to Grow Mushrooms Indoors & Outside: youtu.be/jD39PjfYKZE?... #northspore #spreadthespore #growmushrooms #mushrooms #growyourown #homesteadlife

The discovery of P. maluti is more than a breakthrough in mycology; it’s a bridge between DNA sequencing, citizen science, and ancient healing practices. northspore.substack.com/p/a-new-psil... #northspore #spreadthespore #naturalmedicine #mushrooms #mycology #biologynews #fungi

Outdoors, Lion’s Mane grows well on logs (beech and hard maple are good choices), especially using the totem method whereby you sandwich sawdust spawn between pieces of wood. These Lion’s Mane totems were made by Paw Paw Ridge Homestead. #lionsmane

I added a broken up mushroom block of WineCaps to my garden in April, come mid June I’ve been doing nothing but picking mushrooms out of my garden. Highly recommend! I got mine from @northspore.bsky.social #fungi #mushroom #growmushroom #garden #homestead

Pairing mushrooms with the right substrate, like hardwood for Pioppino or manure blends for dung-loving species, while supplementing with coco coir, soybean hulls, or gypsum can accelerate colonization, improve health, and boost harvests. northspore.com/pages/limite... #mushrooms

In our latest video, we explore some of the most well-known active strains and look at how different varieties can vary in appearance, cultivation, and reputation. Check it out: youtu.be/-aNOq9u_8Lc #mushrooms #fungi #mycology #naturalmedicine

Here's a throwback to when we grew Namekos in the Boomr Bin with Wood Lovr, Boomr Bags, and grain spawn! #mushrooms #northspore #mycology #fungi #growyourownfood

Let's talk about what research, tradition, and modern practice reveal about the mushroom trip’s arc, plus grounded tips for navigating it safely: northspore.substack.com/p/how-long-d... #northspore #spreadthespore #mushrooms #naturalmedicine #healingjourney

We grew Reishi in a Boomr Bin with 2 bags of Wood Lovr substrate and 1 bag of Reishi grain spawn. When asked for tips to share, Lou said “don’t effing touch it,” meaning don’t open your bin and be wary of contam! #northspore #reishi #wellness #naturalmedicine #alternativemedicine #growmushrooms

📷 NEW VIDEO 📷 Our MushBucket quick-start guide is on YouTube! youtu.be/B_Mm8HxxFO4?... #northspore #mushrooms #mycology #diy #gardening #homesteadlife

Emerging research suggests that ergothioneine may support brain health, reduce inflammation, and lower chronic disease risk - though human trials are still underway. Check out our latest post on Substack: northspore.substack.com #mushrooms #mycology #naturalmedicine #fungi

Starting today (8/13) at 1PM EST, you can grab a 4 pack of our ShroomTek all-in-one grow bags at just $50! Prices rise by $10 every hour until we’re back to normal - so the earlier you jump in, the more you save. You'll find it here: northspore.com/products/4-p... #spores #naturalmedicine #sale

Mushroom myths. Cold War trials. New hope for mental health. Sweden’s psychedelic story spans centuries and it’s far from over. Read more here: northspore.substack.com/p/from-berse... #northspore #spreadthespore #borealis #sweden #naturalmedicine #holisitichealth #mushrooms #fungi

Think mushrooms are just food? Shiitake mushrooms may offer powerful health benefits: from supporting cancer treatment to protecting the liver and heart, as shown in recent research. Learn more: www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti... #northspore #mushrooms #shiitake #fungi

Hericium Erinaceus @northspore.bsky.social... accidentally fruited a tiny chunk of a fruiting block from y'all, and (finally) started learning agar tek. I had Wondered if the lion's mane in this jar was still viable after almost a year.... Yes, yes it is 😄!

Golden Oyster buckets by shoestringmartha (IG) #mushrooms #fungi #diy #homesteaders

King Trumpets growing in a monotub! They love wood-based substrates like Wood Lovr. Some medicinal mushrooms prefer dung-based ones like Boomr Bags or CVG (coir, vermiculite, gypsum). What’s a substrate? Learn more here: northspore.com/blogs/the-bl... #mushrooms #fungi #growyourownfood #diy

What do mushrooms have to do with genetic engineering? A lot, actually. Check it out: northspore.substack.com/p/at-the-ben... #mycology #biohacking #biotech

Did you know that Golden Oyster mushrooms are one of the best natural sources of ergothioneine? It’s a rare amino acid and antioxidant nicknamed the “longevity vitamin.” 📷: customer Doug H. #northspore #spreadthespore #goldenoyster #mushrooms #fungi #naturalmedicine

Paul Stamets drew a packed crowd at Psychedelic Science 2025 with insights on brain health, immunity, and his new book. From neuroplasticity to the idea that mushrooms might be cultivating us - his talk inspired and stirred debate. 🔗 northspore.substack.com/p/are-the-mu... #mushrooms #fungi

Happy MushBucket Monday! northspore.com/collections/... #northspore #mushrooms #growyourown #gardening #homesteaders

Using your spawn, of course, and they're very vigorous! The ones growing out of the ground are discards that were not well I threw them under a rock in the garden, they did the rest, meaning the ones fruiting are good.

Harvested some wine caps from from garden @northspore.bsky.social

First harvest of #WinecapMushrooms! Thank you, @northspore.bsky.social

Growing mushrooms in reusable containers like this hamper is a fun and sustainable way to reduce waste and grow your own food. By repurposing items, you’re turning everyday waste into something edible and eco-friendly. #northspore #mushrooms #oystermushrooms #sustainableliving #gardeningideas

Pleurotus djamor spawn that fruited because it said #NoKings @northspore.bsky.social

Burying mushroom fruiting blocks (like this Chestnut block) is one of the easiest ways to grow mushrooms—expect flushes in weeks, with surprise harvests for long after. They also boost compost, enrich soil, and retain moisture. #mushrooms #northspore #gardenlife

Integrating mushrooms into vegetable gardens can strengthen ecosystems and improve yields, especially using species like Oyster and Wine Cap. northspore.com/blogs/the-bl... #mushrooms #fungi #gardening #homesteadlife #mycology

Got the courage to try my hand at king trumpet! @northspore.bsky.social

Here’s my king trumpet making this delicious po boy recipe @northspore.bsky.social northspore.com/blogs/the-bl...

Yay! The wine caps that I inoculated with @northspore.bsky.social grain spawn finally came up in my garden today. 😊🍄🍄

New research highlights the potential of psilocybin and eugenol—compounds found in mushrooms and cloves—to reduce liver inflammation, opening doors to natural, fungi-powered therapies. #mushrooms #psilocybin #mushroomresearch