Farmer Podcast Club: mushrooms market Erin Hamilton

Farmer Podcast Club:
Growing mushrooms for market with Erin Hamilton

September 23, 2025

In this month’s podcast club release, we are tuning into a June 2025 episode of the Growing For Market podcast, where Erin Hamilton of The Mushroom Conservatory explores both the science and business of mushrooms—from their ecological benefits in compost to the practical steps for growing different varieties.

From the show notes: “Erin, an expert mushroom grower and agricultural educator, shares her passion for mushrooms and their ecological significance, including how spent mushroom spawn can improve your compost pile. She discusses the role of mycelium in plant growth, types of mushrooms you can cultivate, and the ongoing debate surrounding golden oyster mushrooms.”

Erin also provides practical advice on how to start growing mushrooms, focusing on oyster and functional varieties, the health benefits of Lion’s Mane, and tips for selling at farmers markets and building relationships with restaurants.

Whether you’re looking to expand your offerings or just curious about how mushrooms support healthy soils, don’t miss this episode!

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