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Break the Cost Barrier with “INCREASE”
Mycelium Activator “INCREASE” — Empowering Mushroom Cultivation
Developed by OGC Mushroom, “INCREASE” was created to address the pressing challenges in mushroom cultivation. Made primarily from mineral-based byproducts derived from pharmaceutical production, this innovative activator enhances fungal vitality and supports robust, consistent growth.
Two Distinct Advantages that Deliver Results
Main Component: Mineral Byproducts
🌱 Natural minerals accelerate mycelial growth—resulting in stronger, faster, and more uniform development.
Simple to Apply—Just Mix Into the Medium!
🌾 No special equipment required. Easy integration enables immediate results, improving both efficiency and cost performance.
Scientific Trials Confirm the Effectiveness of “INCREASE”
“INCREASE” was evaluated by the Hokkaido Research Organization - Forest Products Research Institute. Multiple mushroom species were tested, and visible improvements such as shorter cultivation periods and increased yields were observed.
Enoki Mushroom (Wild Type)
Even with only 1g of INCREASE added, cultivation time was shortened and yield showed a positive trend. Harvest consistency also improved, supporting stable production.
Tamogitake
Compared to conventional activators, yield increased by about 10%, and efficiency improved by around 20%. Notably, the functional compound “Ergothioneine” did not decrease—in fact, it tended to increase, which is particularly remarkable.
(Internal Data)
Maitake
Even for Maitake, known for its challenging cultivation, INCREASE proved effective—yield improved by approximately 13% compared to control groups. The results indicate measurable benefits without additional watering steps.
Message from Our Researcher
Our company has long supplied diverse materials such as culture substrates and mushroom bed components. In recent years, however, the mushroom industry has faced severe economic pressures due to currency depreciation and population decline. To meet the demands of this new era—driven by sustainability and health awareness—we established OGC Mush Labo. Here, we continue R&D focused on efficient cultivation systems and resource-saving materials. Personally, my research has centered on developing new functional strains like *Tamogitake*, a mushroom valued for its health benefits and environmental efficiency. Through these efforts, we aim to create products that growers can truly rely on.
Shozo Yoneyama
Chief Researcher, Ph.D.
Specialized in mushroom cultivation and microbial functionality, contributing to the advancement of sustainable agricultural technologies.
Why OGC-Mushroom Cultivation Bags Are Great
Introduction
Mushroom cultivation bags are an excellent option for anyone seeking **efficient mushroom production**. Our company supports a sustainable and fulfilling mushroom cultivation journey through these bags.
Advantages of Mushroom Cultivation Bags
Sustainable Cultivation
Mushroom cultivation bags use substrates mainly made from **natural materials like sawdust**, promoting sustainable use of forest resources and low-impact cultivation.
Clean and Easy to Handle
Equipped with **filters to prevent contamination**, these bags minimize pest and disease risks and allow for consistent mushroom production in a sanitary environment.
Compact and Efficient
They allow efficient cultivation in confined spaces, supporting both home gardening and **large-scale mushroom production**.
Mushroom Cultivation Bag Varieties and Their Benefits
Materials
- **Polyethylene (PE):** Remains flexible at low temperatures, easy to handle, and suitable for autoclaving.
- **Polypropylene (PP):** Transparent, allowing easy observation of the substrate.
- **Colored Film:** Prevents light exposure and helps control where mushrooms develop.
Filter
- **One-Sided Filter:** Perfect for mushrooms with high oxygen needs.
Primary Uses and Mushrooms Successfully Cultivated
- Shiitake
- Oyster Mushroom
- Wood Ear Mushroom
- Cauliflower Mushroom
- Tamagotake Mushroom
- Maitake
- Pholiota nameko
Benefits of Cultivating Mushrooms on Substrates
Environment Management
Precise control of temperature, humidity, CO₂, and light allows for **year-round cultivation**, maintaining consistent quality and reliable yields.
Quick Harvest
Faster mycelial spread than log cultivation allows **earlier harvests**, shortening production cycles and improving efficiency.
Starting a New Business
With established cultivation methods, entry requires relatively **low investment and expertise**, making it an attractive opportunity even for newcomers from other industries.
We help ensure your mushroom cultivation succeeds with our cultivation bags. Feel free to reach out if you’re interested.
Let us help you find the right cultivation machinery for your farm
We offer mushroom cultivation equipment **tailored to your needs**. Our dedicated staff of mushroom cultivation experts will recommend the perfect machines for your operation from our extensive lineup.
We also have many machines that are not listed on our website. Please feel free to **contact us for more information**.
Evenly blends nutrients and water to produce the ideal substrate for mushrooms.
Heavy materials are automatically conveyed to the next stage for seamless processing.
We precisely fill cultivation bags with the evenly mixed substrate according to the specified weight.
High pressure steam sterilizes the substrate to prevent contamination.
Automatically inoculates mushroom substrates for hygienic, efficient cultivation.
Maintains the ideal humidity for each mushroom type to prevent drying and ensure optimal growth.
Wraps the harvested mushrooms in film to maintain their freshness and quality for an extended period.
Our Mushroom Substrates
Creating the right environment is key to mushroom cultivation. Proper management of temperature and humidity ensures high-quality yields. To support this, we have developed **recycled substrates from spent mushroom beds**, achieving excellent results in both quality and quantity.
We provide mushroom substrates made with this unique technology. For more details, don't hesitate to reach out to us.
Our Mushroom Culture Media
Corn Cob
Crushed corn cobs. Used as an alternative to sawdust, excellent in water retention and breathability.
Cottonseed Hull
The outer skin of cottonseed, a byproduct from cottonseed oil factories. It plays a role in ensuring breathability and as a nutrient.
Bean Hull
A byproduct from soybean oil factories when soybeans are peeled. Used as a nutrient source for mushrooms.
Powdered Beet Pulp
Dried material remaining after sugar extraction from sugar beets. Swells when it absorbs water, used for adjusting the physical properties of the medium and as a nutrient.
Red Milo
Crushed sorghum grains. Highly nutritious, used as a nutrient for enokitake mushrooms, etc.
Bean Curd Residue
Okara (soy pulp) dried from the tofu manufacturing process. Rich in nutrients and water retention, also effective for improving the physical properties of the medium.
General Bran
The outer layer of wheat produced during milling. Used as a carbon source for mushroom nutrition and for adjusting the physical properties of the medium.
Special Bran
Bran with a higher content of endosperm than general bran, making it more nutritious. Used for the nutritional growth of mushrooms.
Rice Bran
Powder of the outer layer and embryo produced when polishing brown rice. Rich in nutrients such as nitrogen, widely used as a nutrient for mushrooms.
Oyster Shell
Crushed oyster shells. Main component is calcium carbonate, used as a pH adjuster for culture media.
Calcium Carbonate
Crushed limestone, etc. Used to adjust the pH of the culture medium and stabilize mushroom growth.
Beer Lees
Spent grains from beer production, such as malt. Rich in amino acids, used as a nutrient source for mushrooms.