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mushroom production
A PROJECT REPORT
Submitted by
Kotla Harsitha – 220101120169
Allamallu Eswar – 220101120170
Andhavarapu Spandana – 220101130040
Dola Bala raju – 220101120120
Kuramapu Nitin kumar - 220101110022
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COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
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BONAFIDE CERTIFICATE
Certified that this project report “COST EFFECTIVE COMPOST PREPARATION FOR
BUTTON MUSHROOM PREPARATION” is the bonafide work of “KOTLA
HARSHITA” with registration number “220101120169” who carried out the project work
under my supervision. This is to further certify to the best of my knowledge, that this project
has not been carried out earlier in this institute and the university.
SIGNATURE SIGNATURE
(Dr. Siddhartha Das) (External)
Department of Plant pathology
Certified that the above mentioned project has been duly carried out as per
the norms of the college and statutes of the university.
SIGNATURE
DEPARTMENT SEAL
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BONAFIDE CERTIFICATE
Certified that this project report “COST EFFECTIVE COMPOST PREPARATION FOR
BUTTON MUSHROOM PREPARATION” is the bonafide work of “Allamallu
Eswar” with registration number “220101120170” who carried out the project work
under my supervision. This is to further certify to the best of my knowledge, that this project
has not been carried out earlier in this institute and the university.
SIGNATURE SIGNATURE
(Dr. Siddhartha Das) (External)
Department of Plant pathology
Certified that the above mentioned project has been duly carried out as per
the norms of the college and statutes of the university.
SIGNATURE
DEPARTMENT SEAL
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BONAFIDE CERTIFICATE
Certified that this project report “COST EFFECTIVE COMPOST PREPARATION FOR
BUTTON MUSHROOM PREPARATION” is the bonafide work of “Andhavarapu
Spandana” with registration number “220101130040” who carried out the project work
under my supervision. This is to further certify to the best of my knowledge, that this project
has not been carried out earlier in this institute and the university.
SIGNATURE SIGNATURE
(Dr. Siddhartha Das) (External)
Department of Plant pathology
Certified that the above mentioned project has been duly carried out as per
the norms of the college and statutes of the university.
SIGNATURE
DEPARTMENT SEAL
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BONAFIDE CERTIFICATE
Certified that this project report “COST EFFECTIVE COMPOST PREPARATION FOR
BUTTON MUSHROOM PREPARATION” is the bonafide work of “Dola Bala raju”
with registration number “220101120120” who carried out the project work under my
supervision. This is to further certify to the best of my knowledge, that this project has not
been carried out earlier in this institute and the university.
SIGNATURE SIGNATURE
(Dr. Siddhartha Das) (External)
Department of Plant pathology
Certified that the above mentioned project has been duly carried out as per
the norms of the college and statutes of the university.
SIGNATURE
DEPARTMENT SEAL
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BONAFIDE CERTIFICATE
Certified that this project report “COST EFFECTIVE COMPOST PREPARATION FOR
BUTTON MUSHROOM PREPARATION” is the bonafide work of “Kuramapu Nitin
kumar” with registration number “220101110022” who carried out the project work
under my supervision. This is to further certify to the best of my knowledge, that this project
has not been carried out earlier in this institute and the university.
SIGNATURE SIGNATURE
(Dr. Siddhartha Das) (External)
Department of Plant pathology
Certified that the above mentioned project has been duly carried out as per
the norms of the college and statutes of the university.
SIGNATURE
DEPARTMENT SEAL
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Group Members:
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS xii
ABSTRACT xiii
1 INTRODUCTION 1
2 Brief background of the problem 2-3
2.1 Research on the button mushroom 2
2.2 Leading Edges in this Field of Study 2
2.2.1 Economic Barriers 2
2.2.2 Sustainability 2
2.2.3 Industry viability 2
2.3 Objectives 3
3 METHODOLOGY 4-6
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3.7 Statistical Analysis 6
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PRODUCTION PROCESS
4.6.2 Incubation 9
4.6.3Fruiting Conditions 9
4.6.4 Harvesting and Post-Harvest Management 9
4.6.5 Economic Analysis 10
5 Summary, Conclusions and scope for Further Study 11-12
5.1 Summary 11
5.2 Conclusions 11
5.3 Scope for Further Study 11
References 12
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ABSTRACT
The nutritional richness and culinary flexibility of button mushrooms (Agaricus bisporus) have
led to a steady increase in demand. For mushroom growers, however, the high expense of using
traditional compost preparation techniques presents a problem. The goal of this study was to
create a compost preparation method that would be economical without sacrificing button
mushroom yield and quality.
In order to lower overall production costs, the study concentrated on improving the choice of
raw materials, composting parameters, and process efficiency. To establish a composting
substrate that is both sustainable and profitable, agricultural waste materials were utilized,
including crop leftovers, straw, and other locally accessible organic resources. The best
circumstances for mycelial growth and fruiting body development were found by adjusting
composting parameters such moisture content, turning frequency, and carbon to nitrogen ratio.
Alternative amendments and additives were also investigated in an effort to improve compost
quality and reduce possible pollutants.
Economic assessments were also included in the research to assess how cost-effective the
created compost preparation method was in comparison to more traditional methods. This
involved calculating the costs of labour, equipment, and raw ingredients and figuring out the
total return on investment for growing mushrooms. The results of this investigation offer
significant perspectives on an economical compost preparation process customized for button
mushroom farming. The improved method not only helps ensure that mushroom farming is
sustainable, but it also removes financial obstacles that small and medium-sized growers must
overcome. The suggested method's implementation could encourage button mushroom
production to be adopted more widely, leading to more accessibility and affordability in the
market.
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