The Mushroom Research Laboratory at ICAR–IIHR provides specialized consultancy, training, and technical support to farmers, entrepreneurs, and institutions. Our services bridge science and practice to promote sustainable mushroom cultivation and enterprise development.
Technical Consultancy for Mechanized Spawn Production Units
Expert guidance for setting up and optimizing mechanized spawn production units, including layout design, equipment selection, and process standardization for consistent, high-quality spawn output.
Technical Consultancy for Ready-to-Fruit (RTF) Bag Production Units
End-to-end support for establishing RTF bag production facilities, covering machinery setup, substrate preparation, incubation, and operational management for efficient mushroom bag cultivation.
Technology for Mushroom Value-Added Products
Comprehensive know-how for developing mushroom-based value-added products like powders, rasam mixes, and chutneys, enabling entrepreneurs to diversify their offerings and minimize post-harvest losses.
Entrepreneurship Training & Technical Services
ICAR–IIHR’s Mushroom Research Laboratory offers expert-led training and technical consultancy to farmers, entrepreneurs, and institutions. From spawn and RTF bag production to value-added technologies and enterprise setup, our programs and guidance empower individuals and organizations to build sustainable mushroom-based ventures.