Agar Plates

THIS PRODUCT IS MADE IN BATCHES CLICK HERE FOR LEAD / DELIVERY TIMES. THIS PRODUCT MIGHT NOT SHIP SAME DAY.

Skill Level : Beginner
Requirements: SAB / Flow unit

The gold standard of fungal culturing media! Light Malt Extract Agar, Potato Dextrose Agar, Grain Water Agar and with customisations available.

All lab grade ingredients.

Optional Extras:

• High Nutrient + Soy Peptone

Available in the following colours:

• Light Brown
• Grass Green
• Ocean Blue
• Orange Red

Pre-poured in our 90mm triple vented plates, ready for use in an aseptic environment.

Plate Shelf Life and Storage

The optimal shelf life for plates is 30-45 days. Order plates as needed, as they cannot be stored indefinitely, even in their original packaging. While most plates can last for months, their ideal shelf life is 30 days.

Usage and Contamination

Plates may remain usable beyond 30 days if uncontaminated. If contamination occurs in one plate, it doesn’t affect others in the pack. Discard contaminated plates and use the rest as normal.

Long-term Storage

Extended storage may cause plates to lose moisture, becoming stiff and papery. Use plates only if they remain gelatinous and uncontaminated. Discard any that become stiff or papery, as they can no longer support organism growth.

Storage Guidelines

Before inoculation:
•⁠ ⁠Store in a cool, dry place (e.g., cupboard)
•⁠ ⁠Avoid refrigeration to prevent condensation
•⁠ ⁠Place upside down to minimize condensation

After colonization:
•⁠ ⁠Refrigerate when at least 60% colonized
•⁠ ⁠Label (date and species) and put in zip-lock bags for storage
•⁠ ⁠It is best to keep it in the vegetable compartment of the fridge

Remember: The packaging sleeve is not a sterile seal. Proper storage is crucial for maintaining plate quality.

Agar is covered by our MycoMyth Agar Quality Guarantee.