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Plastic Containers: Specifically, 1-gallon (or 5-liter) lidded containers are recommended. These can often be obtained cheaply or even free from local restaurants.
Substrate: Straw is the preferred substrate for this project, as it is affordable and works well for growing mushrooms.
Mushroom Spawn: For this tutorial, grain spawn will be used. This type of spawn is user-friendly and ideal for beginners.
Additional Supplies: Surgical tape and a netting sack will also be needed, along with basic tools to prepare the containers.
The chosen mushroom for this demonstration is the blue oyster mushroom, a variety known for its ease of cultivation and delicious flavor.