Choose a mushroom species suitable for home cultivation
Obtain clean spawn from a reputable supplier
Prepare the growing medium or substrate
Sterilize or pasteurize the substrate as required
Cool the substrate to the proper temperature
Inoculate the substrate with mushroom spawn
Pack the inoculated substrate into bags, trays, jars, or logs
Maintain the correct temperature for the species
Maintain proper humidity
Provide fresh air exchange
Keep the growing area clean and sanitary
Monitor for contamination and remove affected material
Allow the mycelium to fully colonize the substrate
Induce fruiting by adjusting light, humidity, temperature, and airflow as needed
Harvest mushrooms when they reach the proper stage
Clean the growing area after each crop
Repeat the process with fresh substrate and spawn