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product_id: 251970408
title: "Malt Extract Agar (MEA) 56.7 grams - Great For Cultivating Mushrooms"
brand: "the seaweed solution"
price: "€ 41.55"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
category: "The Seaweed Solution"
url: https://www.desertcart.pt/products/251970408-malt-extract-agar-mea-56-7-grams-great-for-cultivating
store_origin: PT
region: Portugal
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# Yields 50 petri dishes @ 20ml each Autoclave safe at 121°C for 15 min 56g lab-grade MEA powder Malt Extract Agar (MEA) 56.7 grams - Great For Cultivating Mushrooms

**Brand:** the seaweed solution
**Price:** € 41.55
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🍄 Cultivate your fungal empire with lab-grade precision!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Malt Extract Agar (MEA) 56.7 grams - Great For Cultivating Mushrooms by the seaweed solution
- **How much does it cost?** € 41.55 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- the seaweed solution enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted the seaweed solution brand quality
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## Key Features

- • **Lab-Grade Purity:** Cleanly processed agar with Peptone G and beef extract ensures contamination-free cultures
- • **Bulk Yield Efficiency:** 56g powder transforms into 1L solution, serving 50 petri dishes effortlessly
- • **Simple Prep, Pro Results:** Dissolve, boil, autoclave, and pour—perfect for professionals and hobbyists alike
- • **Precision Cultivation Formula:** Optimized 35.7% malt extract blend fuels vigorous mycelium growth
- • **Trusted Quality & Consistency:** Top-rated with 5-star reviews, designed for serious mushroom cultivators

## Overview

This 56.7g Malt Extract Agar (MEA) powder is a premium, lab-grade substrate blend designed specifically for mushroom tissue culture. It dissolves into 1 liter of nutrient-rich agar solution, yielding approximately 50 petri dishes at 20ml each. The formula combines malt extract, Peptone G, beef extract, and agar agar, ensuring optimal mycelium growth and contamination resistance. Autoclave safe at 121°C for 15 minutes, it’s the go-to choice for both professional mycologists and passionate hobbyists.

## Description

HIGHEST QUALITY LABORATORY GRADE MEA AVAILABLE Malt Extract Agar (perfect for mushroom tissue cultures). A blend of high quality Malt Extract, Peptone G, Beef Extract and cleanly processed Base Agar makes this an excellent mix for mycelium growth. 56 grams will yield approximately 1 Liter of MEA Solution which will yield 50, 100mm Petri Dishes at 20ml per dish. FORMULA: 35.7% Malt Extract 1.8% Pancreatic Digest of Gelatin (Peptone G) 35.7% Dextrose 26.8% Agar Agar SOLUTION INSTRUCTIONS: Step 1: Dissolve 56g of Malt Extract Agar (MEA) in 1 Liter of Distilled Water Step 2: Bring to a Boil & Stir Step 3: Autoclave at 121 degrees Celsius for 15 minutes Step 4: Pour into Petri Dishes

## Features

- 56 grams Malt Extract Agar (MEA) Dehydrated
- Great for Growing Mushrooms!!!
- 56 grams of dehydrated MEA will yield approximately 50 petri dishes at 20 milliliters per plate

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B008W7XHSU |
| Best Sellers Rank | #189,577 in Health ( See Top 100 in Health ) #413 in Mushrooms Herbal Supplements |
| Brand Name | The Seaweed Solution |
| Color | brown |
| Customer Reviews | 5.0 5.0 out of 5 stars (1) |
| Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
| Is Assembly Required | No |
| Item Dimensions | 12.7 x 0.6 x 17.8 centimeters |
| Item Weight | 0.12 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | 0 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | LYSB008W7XHSU-TOYS |
| Material Type | Malt Extract, Peptone G, Dextrose, Agar Agar |
| Model Number | SG_B008W7XHSU_US |
| Operation Mode | Manual |
| Supported Battery Types | No batteries required |
| UPC | 609408017223 |
| Unit Count | 56.0 Grams |

## Product Details

- **Item weight:** 0.12 Pounds
- **Unit count:** 56.0 gram
- **Number of Items:** 1
- **Package weight:** 0.06 Kilograms
- **Manufacturer:** 0

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: How do i make this without an autoclave or pressure cooker??**
A: You dont need a pressure cooker. I have a pressure cooker but get lazy some times and just boil inside of a (1/2 pack 26g)quart sized Mason jar with 16.9 oz water. Get a big pot with a lid. Fill the pot a third way up. Set a bowl in the middle. Next set your jar full of agar mix in bowl Top pot with lid and boil for 30 mins. I said boil for 30 not 30 all together. Once it starts to boil set your timer for 30 mins. Now your off to the races get you LC or spore print gas it up and GO!!!!!

**Q: Is this product appropriate for baking?**
A: Hello-

No, this product is not intended for human consumption.

**Q: Can I use this straight when making mushroom Petri dishes or do I need to mix agar agar with it?**
A: No additional agar needed.  Mix with water and pour into plates.

**Q: is the bag re-sealable?**
A: I think I have received one that wasn't but all the rest were. if not just put it in a small jar with a desiccant packet.

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*Last updated: 2026-11-05*