Mushroom Signals, stand 22
Education and training are of growing importance to the mushroom industry. The Mushroom Signals education and training programme helps composters, growers and the supplying industry to achieve the best results possible in their daily business. Both compost production and mushroom growing are critical processes that require specific skills and knowledge to achieve optimal quality. Unlike standard manufacturing proces- ses, the conditions in mushroom cultiva- tion vary slightly every time, and even small mistakes or failures can have a sig- nificant impact on ROI in the case of larger farms. The trend towards upscaling of farms means the industry is facing several challenges: • Larger investments mean a sharper focus on ROI, which puts more pressure on the production process. • The increasing demand for employees means that inexperienced or unskilled workers are often employed to fill positions quickly. • The use of technology and automation in the industry is on the rise, which can lead to a decline in essential knowledge and cultivation craftsmanship. This is where the growing importance of education and training is becoming
Mark with a study group during a Masterclass.
apparent. With a practical and focused training programme, inexperienced or unskilled employees can be on boarded quickly and efficiently. Additionally, when they understand the reasons behind certain processes, they will not be dependent on technology alone, but also develop a good practical human eye and the skill to make optimal use of techno- logy and automation. The Mushroom Signals blended learning approach focu- ses on developing the right knowledge and skills at different levels, leading to better results and profitability in com- posting and growing. The learning pro- grammes combine e-learning, online training and masterclasses, depending on the learning goals and skill level of participants. “At the Mushroom Signals Company,
I am cooperating with Roodbont Publishers to provide the best possible educational solutions to the mushroom industry”, says Mark den Ouden of Mushroom Office. “Many of you are already familiar with the Mushroom Signals book, that I also wrote in coope- ration with Roodbont Publishers. I have many years of experience in consultancy and training in the mushroom industry and I believe that this new educational concept based on the book will provide the industry with a lot of opportunities to achieve a better performance. I am happy that our learning program- mes now also have different levels for composting and growing (Essentials, Extended and Expert) and look forward to showing and explaining this at stand 22.”
Ribbstyle Coating, stand 13
Ribbstyle is a manufacturer, installer and international supplier of professio- nal coatings for, among others, the mushroom industry. “For more than 40 years we have been offering customisa- tion for every project. With Ribbstyle’s moisture and vapour-tight coatings you ensure complete control of the climate in humid environments, prevent conta- mination and the construction is pro- tected against high temperatures and moisture. The main reason to use our coating in the mushroom industry is to prevent disease and contamination. Using our step-by-step plan and by applying our coatings, you create a vapour-tight layer so that bacteria are
confined to one room. There is no con- tamination between rooms because all the joints and cracks are sealed. In addition, your construction is protec-
ted against moisture and vapour. Another big advantage is that walls, ceilings and floors are easy to clean. You can include Ribbstyle in your new con- struction projects or use our coating for renovation projects. It is always a smart investment as you increase the lifespan of the rooms! At Ribbstyle you have dif- ferent choices for application. You can let our application team take care of it for you, our team can guide you through the application or you can do this com- pletely yourself using our application manual. We are flexible, think along with you and have a good price-quality ratio. More info? Visit us at stand no. 13!”
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