Day 36 inside FF™ Model 101
1-Nov-2024
Notes: The first flush of this PE strain blew out our previous record for mass in first flush. We pulled 5.5 lbs of fresh mushrooms out of a 16 lb. FOREST FLOOR™ Tray. In doing so the subsequent "flushes" have been more sporadic, for the precise term.
Why? In this case, we believe it is soil moisture. That massive yield sucked out all the moisture and the soil. As with previous growth, in tray, the sides of the mycelium soil shrink as mushrooms are produced. This is normal. However, there are consequences to this shrinkage. First, you will get mushrooms growing from the sides of the soil, in the gap between the tray and organism. Second, this gap also allows for more moisture to leak from the substrate. Third, by losing more moisture while trying the add moisture to the system, isn't as effective as solving the problem post-harvest.
In this case, we will be performing the following actions, some by human, most by automation.
Step 1: Post-flush, examine that there is no large visible growth of actual mushrooms in the tray. If so, with sterility in mind, remove all mushrooms possible before proceeding.
Step 2: Add a "Casing Layer" to the soil in the tray. Using gloves, mask, and all proper sterilization procedures, you will first fill the gaps on the sides of the tray with mushroom soil, packed softly, but removing air pockets. Then you will add a 1/2"-1" deep layer of mushroom soil, like Monster Mushroom, across the top of the harvested soil.
Step 3: Press "Post-Harvest" Re-Inoculation on the Settings in the machine.
Step 4: The FOREST FLOOR™ Model 101 will perform the following operations:
- Over-force high-humidity conditions to promote mycelial growth into the newly added substrate.
- Minimize O2 introduction because mushroom growth does not need to be promoted at this time.
- Use sensors to detect mycelial growth.
- Using bio-feedback to determine when the mycelial growth stage has finished, triggering the next stage of growth.
Hypothesis:
While we are implementing direct moisture and temperature sensors, in the mean time, we can directly sense the dehydration process that occurs with the mushroom grow environment. In doing so, we can determine the mass/moisture ratio we need for optimal mycelial growth. How cool is that!
That is the hypothesis. Truth is, any and EVERY time a human comes into interaction with the environment we introduce vectors. The questions are how much and will they win in competition with the current environment.
The two best ways to guarantee growth are to provide the best environment for the species of mushroom and isolate all exterior vectors.
In our case, we determined that the system needed 16 fluid oz. of distilled water to regain optimal growth parameters. We added a casing layer, introduced 16 oz. of water over 4 hours of operation. Then, we are introducing a three-day cycle simulating the forest floor itself.
Post-Harvest Settings:
Day 1 (with Casing Layer on):
- 4 hrs add 16 oz. moisture to soil, zero fresh air (and thus no O2)
- 8 hrs maintain moisture 95%, zero fresh air (and thus no fresh O2)
- 12 hrs high humidity and low fresh air exchange, bring ambient temperature above 60 degrees
Day 2 & 3:
- 12 hrs maintain moisture 95%, zero fresh air (and thus no fresh O2
- 12 hrs high humidity and low fresh air exchange, bring ambient temperature above 60 degrees
Expected Results:
I expect to see mycelial growth in three to five days. This, or the introduction of the casing layer will also introduce vectors which destroy the experiment.
Data Results (so far):
13-Oct-2024 Day 17, First Flush, P.E. (Penis Envy) Bull Run = 2,495 grams (5.5 lbs.) Wet -> 150 grams Dry
25-Oct-2024 Day 29, Second Flush, P.E. (Penis Envy) Bull Run = 100 grams Wet. -> 9 grams Dry
27-Oct-2024 Day 31, Third Flush, P.E. (Penis Envy) Bull Run = 113 grams Wet -> 7 grams Dry
29-Oct-2024 Day 33, Fourth Flush, P.E. (Penis Envy) Bull Run = 97 grams Wet -> 7 grams Dry
31-Oct-2024 Day 35, Casing Layer & Invoking "Post-Harvest Settings"
Running Total (33 days) P.E. (Penis Envy) Bull Run = 173 grams (0.38 lbs.) Dry
Coming soon:
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Extended Tryptamine Panel - Testing Results for P.E. Bull Run by Triptomics located near Denver Colorado.
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