{"title":"Outils culture sur bûches","description":"\u003cp\u003ePréparez facilement vos cultures sur bûches avec les outils et accessoires adaptés à l’inoculation du bois.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cire-pour-culture-sur-buches","title":"Wax for Log Cultivation","description":"\u003ch3\u003eFood-grade paraffin wax\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eAfter inserting the mycelium plugs into the logs, the holes are usually sealed with wax. This step is essential to ensure good mycelium recovery. Based on our experience, you need about \u003cstrong\u003e50 g of wax for a log approximately 1 meter long inoculated with 50 plugs\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is just under one gram per plug, allowing a slight surplus to also protect the ends of the log.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eParaffin wax helps to \u003cstrong\u003eprotect the mycelium from drying out\u003c\/strong\u003e while forming an effective barrier against insects, molds, and other contaminants. Sealing the holes is a key step to maximize the chances of successful inoculation.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWe use a \u003cstrong\u003eclear food-grade paraffin\u003c\/strong\u003e, specially adapted for log inoculation. It melts easily, applies cleanly, and hardens quickly as it cools, providing lasting protection.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUsage tip:\u003c\/em\u003e in cold weather, the wax can harden quickly. Using a small wax warmer or an electric slow cooker helps keep the paraffin at the right temperature throughout the operation.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFood-grade paraffin\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eForms an effective protective barrier against drying and contamination\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEasy to melt and apply\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eClear color for visible and clean application\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFree of additives and colorants\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSuitable for mushroom log inoculation\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"La Mycosphère","offers":[{"title":"For 50 dowels (50gr)","offer_id":37682367561877,"sku":"Cire50","price":2.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"For 200 dowels (200gr)","offer_id":37682367594645,"sku":"Cire200","price":7.3,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"For 1000 dowels (1kg)","offer_id":37682367725717,"sku":"Cire1000","price":15.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0514\/6214\/4149\/products\/Cire-buches.jpg?v=1666552293"},{"product_id":"meche-a-bois","title":"Drill Bits \u0026 Wood Bits","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"154\" width=\"224\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0514\/6214\/4149\/files\/meche_a_bois_9mm.png?v=1730178791\" alt=\"Star-M 9mm Wood Drill Bit\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; margin-left: 16px; float: right;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lamycosphere.com\/products\/meche-a-bois-9-mm?variant=47411491373389\" title=\"Mèche à bois 9mm Drill Bit Mushrooms\" style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e9mm auger bits:\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor inoculation with \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eplug mycelium:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits all screwdrivers\/drills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecise drilling with centering tip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for hardwood and softwood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal length 80mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJapanese quality brand: Star-M\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #ff8000;\" href=\"https:\/\/lamycosphere.com\/products\/meche-a-bois-9-mm?variant=47411491406157\" title=\"Mèche à bois 9mm Drill Bit Mushrooms\"\u003e12 mm auger bits:\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor inoculation with \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003egrain or sawdust mycelium:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits all screwdrivers\/drills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecise drilling with centering tip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for hardwood and softwood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrusted brand: Bosch Professional.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #ff8000;\" title=\"foret japonais\" href=\"https:\/\/lamycosphere.com\/products\/meche-a-bois-9-mm?variant=47510960701773\"\u003eJapanese drill bits optimized for log inoculation:\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0514\/6214\/4149\/files\/okudadrillbit_240x240.png?v=1698609385\" alt=\"Japanese drill bit\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; margin-left: 16px; float: right;\" width=\"161\" height=\"121\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor inoculation with \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003egrain or sawdust mycelium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese specialized stainless steel drill bits reduce drilling time and effort compared to standard drill bits and augers. They also ensure that each hole is the same size and depth, which is essential for the inoculation process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiameter: 12.0 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorking length: 30 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith Japanese drill bits, we also recommend the use of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOur \u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lamycosphere.com\/products\/adaptateur-de-meche-pour-meuleuse-perceuse-radiale\" title=\"grinder adapter\" style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003egrinder adapter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e to make holes faster.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOur \u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"Manual Inoculator\" href=\"https:\/\/lamycosphere.com\/products\/inoculateur-manuel-pour-mycelium-sur-sciure\" style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003emanual inoculators\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e to facilitate hole filling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0514\/6214\/4149\/files\/inoculateurmanuel_480x480.png?v=1698587276\" alt=\"manual inoculator\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Mycosphère","offers":[{"title":"9 mm Star-M wood wick","offer_id":47411491373389,"sku":"","price":9.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"12 mm wood drill Bosch Professional","offer_id":47411491406157,"sku":"","price":9.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Japanese drill bit","offer_id":47510960701773,"sku":"","price":22.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0514\/6214\/4149\/files\/okudadrillbit.png?v=1698609385"},{"product_id":"chevilles-tourillon-en-hetre-rainurees-x-1000","title":"Grooved Beech Dowel Pins 1000 pcs.","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e : 8 x 30 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e : 1 kg (about 1000 dowels)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeech dowels are ideal for cultivating many varieties of mushrooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse in Carpentry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beech dowels are perfect for furniture assembly and mounting. Their strength and precision ensure durable and robust joints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse in Mushroom Cultivation:\u003c\/strong\u003e In mushroom cultivation, these dowels are essential for inoculating wood logs with mushroom spores. Thanks to their groove, they allow better spore retention, thus optimizing mushroom growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo learn more about log cultivation, click \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lamycosphere.com\/pages\/la-culture-sur-buches\" title=\"La culture sur bûches pour tous\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/lamycosphere.com\/pages\/la-culture-sur-buches\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eInstructions for use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo use grooved beech dowels in mushroom cultivation, here is a step-by-step guide:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNecessary materials:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrooved beech dowels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMycelium on grain or sawdust\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWood logs (preferably hardwoods like oak, beech, or maple)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrill and 8-9 mm bit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHammer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtective wax (optional: soy wax, beeswax, paraffin, or green clay)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInoculation Steps:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlug Preparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoak the plugs in water for 24 to 48 hours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoil the plugs for 30 minutes to sterilize them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrain them then place them in a jar or a Unicorn 3T bag.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInoculate the plugs with grain or sawdust mycelium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncubate the plugs at a temperature of 20 to 25°C for 2 to 3 weeks, until the mycelium fully colonizes the plugs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLog Preparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose freshly cut logs (maximum 3 months). Avoid softwoods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrill holes in the logs using a drill and an 8-9 mm bit. The holes should be slightly deeper than the height of the plugs and spaced about 5 cm apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLog Inoculation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsert the inoculated plugs into the holes using a hammer. Make sure the plugs do not protrude from the holes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCover the holes with protective wax to prevent contamination and drying out. You can use soy wax, beeswax, paraffin, or green clay.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncubation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the inoculated logs in a shaded area protected from the wind. Avoid direct contact with the ground to prevent insect infestations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the logs moist by watering them occasionally, especially during hot periods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruiting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter an incubation period of 12 to 18 months, your logs will start producing mushrooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA well inoculated log can produce mushrooms for 3 to 5 years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo learn more about log cultivation, click \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lamycosphere.com\/pages\/la-culture-sur-buches\" title=\"La culture sur bûches pour tous\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/lamycosphere.com\/pages\/la-culture-sur-buches\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Mycosphère","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43714282356990,"sku":"","price":15.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0514\/6214\/4149\/products\/depositphotos_190510966-stock-photo-heap-of-construction-wooden-dowels.webp?v=1669064418"},{"product_id":"inoculateur-manuel-pour-mycelium-sur-sciure","title":"Manual Inoculator for Mycelium on Sawdust","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManual inoculation tool\u003c\/strong\u003e allowing quick introduction of mycelium into wood. Designed for holes of \u003cstrong\u003e12 mm diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e30 mm depth\u003c\/strong\u003e, ideal for log cultivation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMycelium compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend using \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lamycosphere.com\/collections\/ballots-de-culture\"\u003emycelium on sawdust (culture blocks)\u003c\/a\u003e, easier to handle for inoculation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lamycosphere.com\/collections\/myceliums-sur-grains\"\u003eMycelium on grains\u003c\/a\u003e can also be used, but they attract more insects and rodents. It is therefore essential to properly cover the holes with wax and monitor the first weeks of incubation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended equipment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lamycosphere.com\/products\/meche-a-bois-9-mm?variant=47411491406157\"\u003e12 mm wood drill bits\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lamycosphere.com\/products\/meche-a-bois-9-mm?variant=47510960701773\"\u003eJapanese drills for inoculation\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUsage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"video-wrapper\"\u003e\u003ciframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Using mycelium inoculator on wood\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/JJkUO5ElZz4?si=VlwoFLB3PAR-Hz8R\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClean the tool before and after each use with a brush or a damp cloth. If needed, use soapy water to avoid any contamination.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Mycosphère","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47510937043277,"sku":"","price":45.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0514\/6214\/4149\/files\/manual_inoculator_sawdust_spawn.png?v=1770894399"}],"url":"https:\/\/lamycosphere.com\/en-int\/collections\/outils-culture-sur-buches.oembed","provider":"La Mycosphère","version":"1.0","type":"link"}