{"product_id":"rapid-rhizo-pre-poured-sterilized-agar-plates-10-pack","title":"Rapid Rhizo Pre-Poured Sterilized Agar Plates (10-Pack)","description":"\u003c!-- ============================================================\n     RAPID RHIZO 10-PACK — PRODUCT DESCRIPTION BODY\n     Paste into: Product admin \u003e Description field \u003e HTML source view (\u003c \u003e)\n     Replaces the entire existing description.\n     - All CSS scoped under #mgk-rapid10 (no theme\/global collisions)\n     - \u003cstrong\u003e swapped for \u003cspan class=\"b\"\u003e (lighter weight, no theme bold issues)\n     - Chloramphenicol bullet + asterisk footnote removed\n     - \"Learn More\" section ADDED to match the 5-pack pattern\n       (internal link to the 2026 agar guide + YouTube video)\n     - Second (lab workflow) video kept at the bottom\n     ============================================================ --\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"mgk-rapid10\"\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n@keyframes mgkFadeInSoft {\n  from { opacity: 0; transform: translateY(10px); }\n  to { opacity: 1; transform: translateY(0); }\n}\n#mgk-rapid10 .b { font-weight: 600; }\n#mgk-rapid10 .fade-in-video {\n  animation: mgkFadeInSoft 1.2s ease-out forwards;\n  opacity: 0;\n}\n\n\/* Video wrapper *\/\n#mgk-rapid10 .video-wrap {\n  max-width: 650px;\n  margin: 28px auto;\n}\n#mgk-rapid10 .video-shell {\n  position: relative;\n  overflow: hidden;\n  border-radius: 10px;\n  box-shadow: 0 10px 28px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);\n}\n#mgk-rapid10 .video-shell video {\n  display: block;\n  width: 100%;\n  height: auto;\n}\n#mgk-rapid10 .video-caption {\n  font-size: 14px;\n  opacity: 0.85;\n  margin: 8px auto 0;\n  max-width: 650px;\n}\n\n\/* Comparison Section *\/\n#mgk-rapid10 .compare-wrap { margin: 10px 0 0; }\n#mgk-rapid10 .compare-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; text-align: left; }\n#mgk-rapid10 .compare-table th,\n#mgk-rapid10 .compare-table td { padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd; vertical-align: top; }\n#mgk-rapid10 .compare-table thead tr { background: #f5f5f5; }\n#mgk-rapid10 .compare-table td,\n#mgk-rapid10 .compare-table th { white-space: normal; word-break: normal; overflow-wrap: anywhere; }\n#mgk-rapid10 .compare-table .highlight-row { background: #fffbe6; }\n\n#mgk-rapid10 .compare-cards { display: none; }\n\n@media (max-width: 750px) {\n  #mgk-rapid10 .compare-table-desktop { display: none; }\n  #mgk-rapid10 .compare-cards { display: block; }\n  #mgk-rapid10 .compare-card {\n    border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;\n    border-radius: 10px;\n    padding: 14px;\n    margin: 12px 0;\n    box-shadow: 0 6px 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);\n    background: #fff;\n  }\n  #mgk-rapid10 .compare-card h3 {\n    margin: 0 0 8px;\n    font-size: 16px;\n    line-height: 1.25;\n  }\n  #mgk-rapid10 .compare-row {\n    display: flex;\n    gap: 12px;\n    padding: 8px 0;\n    border-top: 1px solid #f0f0f0;\n  }\n  #mgk-rapid10 .compare-row:first-of-type { border-top: none; }\n  #mgk-rapid10 .compare-label {\n    flex: 0 0 45%;\n    font-weight: 600;\n    color: #333;\n  }\n  #mgk-rapid10 .compare-value {\n    flex: 1;\n    color: #333;\n  }\n  #mgk-rapid10 .highlight-card { background: #fffbe6; border-color: #f2e6a6; }\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"b\"\u003eRapid Rhizo Pre-Poured Sterilized Agar Plates (10-Pack)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"b\"\u003eNow in a 10-Pack · Freshly Poured Daily · Made for Aggressive Rhizomorphic Growth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- 360° VIDEO (TOP) --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"video-wrap fade-in-video\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"video-shell\"\u003e\u003cvideo preload=\"metadata\" playsinline=\"\" muted=\"\" loop=\"loop\" autoplay=\"autoplay\"\u003e\n      \u003csource type=\"video\/mp4\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/videos\/c\/o\/v\/d3c1e89ffc904ed297b9aae4840cb10a.mp4\"\u003e\u003c\/video\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"video-caption\"\u003e360° view: see the rhizomorphic style growth, fill level, and finish of each pre-poured plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"video-caption\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLevel up your mycology work with our \u003cspan class=\"b\"\u003eRapid Rhizo Agar Plates\u003c\/span\u003e in a convenient \u003cspan class=\"b\"\u003e10-pack\u003c\/span\u003e. These pre-poured plates use a custom nutrient + yeast blend that encourages fast, aggressive \u003cspan class=\"b\"\u003erhizomorphic mycelium\u003c\/span\u003e—making it easier to isolate your strongest genetics and capture clean, photogenic transfers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike agar that sits on shelves for weeks, our plates are \u003cspan class=\"b\"\u003epoured fresh\u003c\/span\u003e and sealed in protective packaging to help preserve moisture and performance. Whether you’re cleaning cultures, transferring isolates, or showcasing final sectors, Rapid Rhizo provides the aggressive edge experienced cultivators look for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"b\"\u003e10 Rapid Rhizo Agar Plates\u003c\/span\u003e – 90mm polystyrene Petri dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"b\"\u003ePre-poured \u0026amp; ready-to-use\u003c\/span\u003e – no mixing, sterilizing, or pouring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"b\"\u003eFresh production\u003c\/span\u003e – made for consistent performance and strong growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"b\"\u003ePromotes Rhizomorphic Growth\u003c\/span\u003e – excellent for 2nd\/3rd transfers and “showcase” plates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"b\"\u003ePressure Sterilized \u0026amp; Poured\u003c\/span\u003e under clean workflow conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"b\"\u003eConsistent fill\u003c\/span\u003e – machine-dispensed \u003cspan class=\"b\"\u003e25ml per plate\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"b\"\u003eStorage\u003c\/span\u003e – refrigerate and use within \u003cspan class=\"b\"\u003e3–4 weeks\u003c\/span\u003e for best results\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMachine-Poured Precision You Can Trust\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll plates are produced in a controlled workflow using automated prep + dispensing systems for repeatable results. Each batch is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"b\"\u003eBlended and sterilized\u003c\/span\u003e at \u003cspan class=\"b\"\u003e18 PSI for 30 minutes\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"b\"\u003eCooled and dispensed\u003c\/span\u003e with \u003cspan class=\"b\"\u003eexact 25ml pours\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"b\"\u003eUV-C treated\u003c\/span\u003e, capped, and labeled for consistency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich Agar Plate Should I Choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDifferent agar recipes are useful at different stages—spore germination, contamination checks, clean transfers, and “final” display plates. Here’s a quick guide to match the plate to your goal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compare-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- Desktop Table --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto;\" class=\"compare-table-desktop\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"compare-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAgar Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy Growers Use It\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRecommended Stage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"highlight-row\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"b\"\u003eRapid Rhizo\u003c\/span\u003e (This Listing)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"b\"\u003e2nd \u0026amp; 3rd transfers\u003c\/span\u003e, clean isolation, showcase plates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEncourages aggressive, threadlike growth patterns that are easy to select and preserve\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"b\"\u003eAfter first clean-up\u003c\/span\u003e → final transfers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"b\"\u003eRegular LME \/ MEA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"b\"\u003eSpore germination\u003c\/span\u003e, first plates, contamination checks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA reliable “baseline” nutrition profile that makes early growth and contamination easier to evaluate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"b\"\u003eStart here\u003c\/span\u003e (spores\/tissue) → first transfer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"b\"\u003eBlack MEA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh visibility growth, photo-friendly plates, subtle sector spotting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDark background increases contrast so mycelium edges, sectors, and early contaminants stand out\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAny stage (especially when evaluating detail)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"b\"\u003eManure-Enriched \/ “Conditioning” Agar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePreparing cultures for bulk substrates, performance testing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHelps “condition” cultures to richer environments and evaluate how genetics behave on supplemented media\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMid-to-late stage (after clean culture)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Mobile Cards --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compare-cards\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compare-card highlight-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRapid Rhizo (This Listing)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compare-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compare-label\"\u003eBest For\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compare-value\"\u003e2nd\/3rd transfers, isolation, showcase\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compare-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compare-label\"\u003eWhy\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compare-value\"\u003eEncourages aggressive, threadlike growth that’s easy to select\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compare-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compare-label\"\u003eStage\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compare-value\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"b\"\u003eAfter first clean-up\u003c\/span\u003e → final transfers\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compare-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRegular LME \/ MEA\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compare-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compare-label\"\u003eBest For\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compare-value\"\u003eSpore germination, first plates, contamination checks\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compare-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compare-label\"\u003eWhy\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compare-value\"\u003eReliable baseline media that makes early evaluation easier\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compare-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compare-label\"\u003eStage\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compare-value\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"b\"\u003eStart here\u003c\/span\u003e → first transfer\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compare-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlack MEA\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compare-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compare-label\"\u003eBest For\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compare-value\"\u003eContrast + visibility, photos, detail spotting\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compare-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compare-label\"\u003eWhy\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compare-value\"\u003eDark background makes growth edges\/sectors stand out\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compare-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compare-label\"\u003eStage\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compare-value\"\u003eAny stage\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compare-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eManure-Enriched \/ Conditioning Agar\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compare-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compare-label\"\u003eBest For\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compare-value\"\u003eConditioning, performance testing on richer media\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compare-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compare-label\"\u003eWhy\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compare-value\"\u003eSupplemented nutrition can enhance colonization speeds and improve yields\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compare-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compare-label\"\u003eStage\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compare-value\"\u003eMid-to-late stage\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em; margin-top: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"b\"\u003eTip:\u003c\/span\u003e Many growers start spores on \u003cspan class=\"b\"\u003eLME\/MEA\u003c\/span\u003e, clean up on early transfers, then finish on \u003cspan class=\"b\"\u003eRapid Rhizo\u003c\/span\u003e (or use \u003cspan class=\"b\"\u003eBlack MEA\u003c\/span\u003e when visibility matters).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Agar and How Do I Use These Plates?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAgar is the foundation of clean culture work. Place a tiny amount of spore solution, tissue, or culture onto the plate and incubate. Within days, mycelium spreads across the surface—letting you isolate clean growth away from contamination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"b\"\u003eSpore to agar:\u003c\/span\u003e start genetics and identify contaminants early\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"b\"\u003eTransfers:\u003c\/span\u003e isolate clean sectors and refine growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"b\"\u003eFinal plates:\u003c\/span\u003e preserve your best genetics for grain jars, spawn bags, or liquid culture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSee Our Agar Lab \u0026amp; How Plates Are Made\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWatch our pouring system and lab workflow in action—from sterile prep to precise machine fills—so you know exactly what you’re getting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- LAB VIDEO (BOTTOM) --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"video-wrap fade-in-video\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"video-shell\"\u003e\u003cvideo preload=\"metadata\" playsinline=\"\" muted=\"\" loop=\"loop\" autoplay=\"autoplay\"\u003e\n      \u003csource type=\"video\/mp4\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/videos\/c\/o\/v\/5dc49b5b892a4ecea484fdde060693d8.mp4\"\u003e\u003c\/video\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"video-caption\"\u003eBehind the scenes: our agar prep + pouring workflow for consistent, clean plates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.midwestgrowkits.com\/blogs\/blog-1-growing-101-more\/how-to-use-agar-plates-for-mushroom-cultivation-2026-guide\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"b\"\u003eLearn more about using agar plates here\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pnnOoNtJwG8\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"b\"\u003eWatch a video on agar and agar slants here\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Midwest Grow Kits","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44595534954599,"sku":"AG10","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/3699\/8759\/files\/Rapid_Rhizo_10_pack_mycelium_web.jpg?v=1789057558","url":"https:\/\/fernprairiemycosupplies.com\/products\/rapid-rhizo-pre-poured-sterilized-agar-plates-10-pack","provider":"Fern Prairie Myco Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}