E-Learning Structure
The duration of this online course is 100 hours. This consists of 8 in-depth lessons:
- Introduction
Review of the system of plant identification, distinguishing edible fungi, information/contacts
Classify different varieties of fungi which are commonly eaten. - Mushroom Culture
Determine the techniques used in the culture of edible mushrooms. - Spawn Production & Spawning
Determine the techniques used in the culture of edible mushrooms. - Making & Casing Beds
Determine the techniques used in the culture of edible mushrooms - Growing Conditions for Mushrooms
Determine the techniques used in the culture of edible mushrooms. - Growing Mushrooms Outside (Pest and Disease Management)
Determine the techniques used in the culture of edible mushrooms. - Harvesting, Storing & Using Mushrooms
Explain the harvesting of a mushroom crop.
Explain the post-harvest treatment of a mushroom crop - Special Assignment – Marketing of Mushrooms
Course Aims
- Classify different varieties of fungi which are commonly eaten
- Determine the techniques used in the culture of edible mushrooms
- Explain the harvesting of a mushroom crop
- Explain the post-harvest treatment of a mushroom crop
- Explain marketing strategies for mushrooms
How Does A Warnborough Online Course Work?
You can start the course whenever is convenient for you. You will be studying from home and have access to support from our qualified tutors. Practical exercises and research tasks will be set at the end of each lesson – including an assignment. You will submit this assignment to your course tutor, who will mark your work and give you constructive feedback and suggestions.
If you have any questions please contact us.
