{"product_id":"classic-series-prepared-agar-plates","title":"Classic Series - Prepared Agar Plates","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe tester's choice for speed: Mush Ohio's Classic Series.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeet the drag racer of our agar lineup. The Classic Series uses Sabouraud Dextrose Agar (SDA), a simple, high-sugar, slightly acidic medium: pure glucose for quick energy plus peptone for protein, instead of the more complex mix of sugars and nutrients in malt extract.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat readily available sugar makes it a handy plate for comparing the speed and vigor of different isolates side by side. When you want to know which culture is your fastest, this is the plate you reach for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes WeMush tracking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Every order ships with a QR code linked to WeMush, our cultivation tracking platform. Scan it to view specimen details, log observations, and follow your cultures, free with any Mush Ohio purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSDA formula:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dextrose-powered for rapid energy uptake.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for testing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compare growth rates and vigor across isolates to find your strongest performers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClear and crisp:\u003c\/strong\u003e A clear, amber-tinted medium for easy viewing and tracking of growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gauging isolate vigor, speeding up transfers for species like King Trumpet and White Elm, and general fast-growth work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGood to know:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich media tends to produce denser, fluffier growth. In our experience, species like Lion's Mane are easier to read on our leaner Foundation Series. SDA's low pH also favors fungi in general, so keep technique tight to avoid mold contaminants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur guarantee:\u003c\/strong\u003e Your Classic Series plates arrive contamination-free, with proper agar depth and our precise formula. If you're not satisfied, we'll make it right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage and handling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore sealed and upside down, out of direct sunlight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor the longest life, refrigerate at 36–46°F and let plates warm to room temperature before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest used within about 30 days. Sealed, refrigerated plates often keep up to about 2 months; check for drying or contamination first.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips Monday–Thursday to avoid weekend delays in transit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlease inspect on arrival and contact us within 48 hours with any issue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlates use culture dishes manufactured by Thermo Scientific™. Mush Ohio is not affiliated with or an authorized distributor of Thermo Scientific™ products. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mush Ohio","offers":[{"title":"Single Plate","offer_id":46605937508570,"sku":"MSH-CLASSIC-NUC-SINGLE-1","price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5-Pack","offer_id":46605937541338,"sku":"MSH-CLASSIC-NUC-FIVE-1","price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10-Pack","offer_id":46605937574106,"sku":"MSH-CLASSIC-NUC-TEN-1","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/2919\/1898\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_c78430f4-f653-4349-be01-40ed32b59da7.jpg?v=1769803219","url":"https:\/\/mushoh.io\/products\/classic-series-prepared-agar-plates","provider":"Mush Ohio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}