How much does it cost to start a mushroom farm in Kenya?
Other varieties of mushrooms you can plant including: shiitake and oyster. A 1/8 th farm will require Ksh230,000 to establish from scratch. However, once the farm-house is constructed and the basic supplies are bought then the cost of operating subsequent farming seasons will drop to about Ksh150,000.
Where can I sell my mushroom in Kenya?
Where to sell mushroom in Kenya?
- Mushroom Blue Kenya. Telephone number – +254 774 187905.
- Richmum International Ltd. Telephone number – +254 739 262 001.
- Mushrooms by ANNE Kimathi. Telephone number – 0721 443198.
- Mushroom Guru Kenya.
- Jolin Farm.
- ELIMA Mushroom.
- Mushrooms Kenya.
- WEGA Mushrooms.
How much is a kg of mushroom in Kenya?
In Kenya, mushrooms can be purchased in the major supermarkets’ outlets at a price between Sh400-600 a kilo. However, the price from individual sellers is better at Sh500 a kilo.
Is mushroom farming in Kenya profitable?
In Kenya, mushrooms can be purchased in the major supermarkets outlets at a prices between e.g. 400 to 600 KSHs a kilo. Mushroom farming is profitable since you can also sell the compost after you are done using it. A 50 kg bag can be sold for 2000 KSHs. The highest demand for mushrooms in Kenya is in Nairobi.
How much does 1kg of mushroom cost?
Questions & Answers on Mushroom
| Variety Available | Min Price | Max Price |
|---|---|---|
| Button Mushroom | Rs 140/Kg | Rs 200/Kg |
| Oyster Mushroom | Rs 110/Kg | Rs 1200/Kg |
Is mushroom business profitable in Kenya?
What is required for mushroom farming?
White button mushroom requires 24+2° C for vegetative growth (spawn run) and 16-18° C for reproductive growth. Besides that it requires relative humidity of 80-90% and enough ventilation during cropping. The growers can take on an average 5-6 crops of white button mushrooms in a year under controlled conditions.
How do I start a mushroom business?
Four steps to begin with mushroom farming business;
- Finding/creating a Mushroom House.
- Purchasing Spawns & Disinfection of Mushroom house.
- Spawning & Disinfection of compost.
- Marketing.
Where can I learn mushroom farming in Kenya?
Short-term training in mushroom production is conducted by several institutions in Kenya including Juja Community Development Centre (JCDC) and Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT).
