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Mushroom Composting Course

A comprehensive 5-day practical course on mushroom composting (Phase I-III) at the advanced SouthMill Champ facility in Manitoba, Canada. Led by global expert Omar Haqqi.

14-17 June 2027
5 days
English
Canada

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Original price was: €1,500.00.Current price is: €980.00.
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Who should attend?

Whether you are starting from scratch or optimizing an existing farm.

Compost Producers

Learn to optimize fermentation, pasteurization, and nutrient balance for high-quality Phase I-III compost.

Mushroom Growers

Understand how compost structure and quality directly impact your mushroom yields and how to adapt to different conditions.

Farm Managers

Improve facility efficiency, reduce production costs, and master quality control of raw materials.

Investors & Owners

Gain insights into the advanced technologies, CAPEX/OPEX, and scalable models of a world-class composting facility.

Course Curriculum

Day 1

Introduction | Raw Materials

  • Selection and analysis of raw materials: detailed breakdown of straw characteristics (moisture, length, structure, storage) and nitrogen sources (dry and liquid poultry manure, alternative additives).
  • Key laboratory analyses: practical methods for measuring moisture (using a microwave), pH, ash content, nitrogen, and carbon.
  • Creating the ideal mix formula: calculating nutrient balance and optimizing the carbon-to-nitrogen (C:N) ratio to achieve the perfect compost structure.
Day 2

Bunker Systems & Fermentation

  • Mixing process and work schedule: setting soaking and turning timings, achieving mixture homogeneity using manual and automated lines, adding gypsum and urea.
  • Management of closed bunkers: controlling temperature, oxygen levels, and moisture using aeration nozzles and high-pressure fans.
  • Fundamentals of Phase I (Fermentation): creating nutrients for mushrooms, ensuring proper bacterial activity, and minimizing ammonia loss.
Day 3

Phase II Pasteurization | Tunnel Systems

  • Phase II tunnel equipment: studying the design of tunnels (low and high pressure), concrete floors with aeration channels, and air handling units (AHU).
  • Proper compost filling: using hoppers and cassettes to ensure an even compost level and prevent uneven airflow.
  • Pasteurization process (Conditioning): managing air recirculation and temperature to destroy competitive bacteria and molds, as well as effectively removing ammonia.
Day 4

Phase III & Quality Control | Mycelium Colonization

  • Goals of Phase III (Incubation): preparing the ideal structure, proper pH level, and nutrients for massive mycelium growth.
  • Quality control: key practices for managing temperature, humidity, and oxygen levels to reduce contamination risks and optimize growth.
  • Efficient operations: tunnel rotation, maintaining a sterile environment, and methods to achieve yields of 34-36 kg/m² and higher.
Day 5

Facility Management | Operations & Wrap-up

  • Logistics and compost yard management: organizing the movement of raw materials between Phase I, II, and III zones to reduce production costs and increase efficiency.
  • Adaptation and troubleshooting: adapting composting technologies to different climatic conditions (based on Omar Haqqi's experience) and eliminating technological instability.
  • Wrap-up: final Q&A session with the expert, discussion of observations at the SouthMill Champ facility, and the UMDIS certificate award ceremony.
Omar Haqqi

Meet Your Instructor

Omar Haqqi

Compost Consultant

Omar Haqqi is a compost consultant with more than 25 years of international experience in mushroom cultivation and agri-food technologies. His expertise covers the entire production cycle, with a special focus on compost quality as the foundation for stable and high yields.

25+ Years in the industry
5 Farms launched successfully
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Venue & Accommodation

SouthMill Champ

SouthMill Champ

Loveday Mushroom Farms
Mission Street, St. Boniface, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

A state-of-the-art facility utilizing closed bunker Phase I systems and walking-floor Phase II/III tunnels.

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Mere Hotel

Mere Hotel

Recommended Accommodation
333 Waterfront Drive, R3B 0V1 Winnipeg, Canada

Highly rated modern hotel located by the river near the Exchange district.

Price from $160/night
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Mushroom Composting Course

A comprehensive 5-day practical course on mushroom composting (Phase I-III) at the advanced SouthMill Champ facility in Manitoba, Canada. Led by global expert Omar Haqqi.

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