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Research Article
Vol. 28, Issue 1
EFFICACY OF WHEAT STRAW AND COTTON WASTE AS SUBSTRATES IN THE PRODUCTION OF EDIBLE MUSHROOMS
Wheat straw and cotton waste were used as substrates and some natural additives; nitrogen and carbon sources were used as nutrient supplements to enhance mycelia growth of Pleurotusostreatus (Florida). Sundried wheat straw substrate was cut into small pieces. The minced wheat straw and cotton waste substrates were soaked in boiled water and exce...