Organization and Capacity building

MEDP training of mushroom at Deoghar by NABARD

With the visionary guidance of NABARD from 2020, mushroom production under supervision of NABARD training typically covers a range of topics essential for successful cultivation. Here's an overview of what such a training program include:

Introduction to Mushroom Cultivation:
  • Overview of different mushroom species suitable for cultivation.
  • Basic biology and life cycle of mushrooms.
  • Importance of mushrooms in nutrition and agriculture.
Pest and Disease Management:
  • Identification of common pests and diseases that can affect mushroom crops.
  • Strategies for preventing and controlling pests and diseases using cultural, biological, and chemical methods.
Harvesting and Post-Harvest Handling:
  • Techniques for harvesting mushrooms at the correct stage of maturity to maximize yield and quality.
  • Proper handling, packaging, and storage practices to maintain freshness and extend shelf life.
  • Criteria for assessing mushroom quality based on appearance throughout the production process to ensure consistency and safety is the competence.
Business and Marketing Skills:
  • Market analysis and identification of target customers, including wholesale, retail, and direct-to-consumer markets. Pricing strategies, cost analysis, and financial management for profitable mushroom production. Marketing techniques to promote products and build customer relationships.
Regulatory Compliance and Food Safety:
  • Understanding relevant regulations and standards governing mushroom production, labelling, and sales.
  • Implementing food safety practices and procedures to minimize risks of contamination and ensure product safety.
Hands-on Practical Sessions:
  • Demonstrations and practical exercises to reinforce theoretical concepts and hands-on experience with substrate preparation, inoculation, mushroom cultivation, and harvesting.