{"product_id":"dry-agar-mix","title":"Dry Agar Mix – Pour Your Own Plates","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur four agar formulas, pre-measured so you can pour your own plates.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe same formulas we use for our prepared plates, as shelf-stable dry mix. Each packet is measured for an exact volume of water, so there's no weighing, no guesswork, and no buying four separate ingredients to make one batch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoose your formula\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoundation (low-nutrient):\u003c\/strong\u003e Our lean, everyday formula for isolation, selection, and culture maintenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContrast (charcoal):\u003c\/strong\u003e The Foundation formula with activated charcoal, for a jet-black plate that makes contamination and sectors easy to see.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassic (SDA):\u003c\/strong\u003e A high-sugar, slightly acidic Sabouraud Dextrose formula for fast growth and comparing isolate vigor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVigor (MYPA):\u003c\/strong\u003e A rich malt-yeast-peptone formula for expanding cultures before spawn production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot sure which to use? Our prepared \u003ca href=\"\/products\/complete-agar-collection-all-four-formulations\"\u003eComplete Agar Collection\u003c\/a\u003e lets you try all four before you commit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoose your size\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMakes 500 mL:\u003c\/strong\u003e about 25–30 plates at 15–20 mL each\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMakes 1 L:\u003c\/strong\u003e about 50–60 plates at 15–20 mL each\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMix:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add the full packet to the stated volume of water in a heat-safe media bottle or flask filled no more than about half full, and swirl to disperse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSterilize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Loosen caps or cover openings with foil. Vent your pressure cooker for about 10 minutes before bringing it to pressure, then start timing once it reaches a steady 15 psi: about 40 minutes for 500 mL or 45 minutes for 1 L. Above 2,000 feet elevation, add time or pressure per your cooker's instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCool:\u003c\/strong\u003e Let the cooker depressurize on its own, then let the media cool to about 120–130°F (50–55°C), warm to the touch but comfortable to hold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePour:\u003c\/strong\u003e In a still air box or in front of a flow hood, pour 15–20 mL per 100 mm plate, lifting each lid only as far as needed. For the Contrast formula, swirl gently before each pour because the charcoal settles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSet and check:\u003c\/strong\u003e Let plates set for at least 30 minutes, then store them upside down. Wait 3–5 days at room temperature before use, and discard any plate that shows growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou'll need:\u003c\/strong\u003e A pressure cooker or autoclave, a heat-safe media bottle or flask, and sterile petri dishes. Our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/nunc-easydish-100mm-petri-dishes-surplus\"\u003esurplus 100 mm Nunc dishes\u003c\/a\u003e are a budget-friendly match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore unopened packets in a cool, dry place. Store poured plates sealed and upside down, ideally refrigerated, and use them within about 2–4 weeks for best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor cultivation, hobby, and educational use. Not for food, medical, or diagnostic use.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mush Ohio","offers":[{"title":"Foundation (low-nutrient) \/ Makes 500 mL (~25–30 plates)","offer_id":67551107842266,"sku":"MSH-MIX-FOUND-500-1","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Foundation (low-nutrient) \/ Makes 1 L (~50–60 plates)","offer_id":67551107875034,"sku":"MSH-MIX-FOUND-1000-1","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Contrast (charcoal) \/ Makes 500 mL (~25–30 plates)","offer_id":67551107907802,"sku":"MSH-MIX-CONTR-500-1","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Contrast (charcoal) \/ Makes 1 L (~50–60 plates)","offer_id":67551107940570,"sku":"MSH-MIX-CONTR-1000-1","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Classic (SDA) \/ Makes 500 mL (~25–30 plates)","offer_id":67551107973338,"sku":"MSH-MIX-CLASS-500-1","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Classic (SDA) \/ Makes 1 L (~50–60 plates)","offer_id":67551108006106,"sku":"MSH-MIX-CLASS-1000-1","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Vigor (MYPA) \/ Makes 500 mL (~25–30 plates)","offer_id":67551108038874,"sku":"MSH-MIX-VIGOR-500-1","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Vigor (MYPA) \/ Makes 1 L (~50–60 plates)","offer_id":67551108071642,"sku":"MSH-MIX-VIGOR-1000-1","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/2919\/1898\/files\/mycelium-on-agar-plate.jpg?v=1792077360","url":"https:\/\/mushoh.io\/products\/dry-agar-mix","provider":"Mush Ohio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}