m0useanswered grow question 3 years ago Looks more like mycorhize to me.
But could be wrong.
Molds tend to smell sour, mycorhize tends to smell earthy and like mushrooms.
If you touch it and its powdery on your hands, then I'd say its mold.
If it just compacts into the medium and does not come off I'd say its mycorhize, not a fool proof test just a basic one.
Is the new brand fortified with any mycorhize?
Or is any of your nutrients your adding have any?
Best to link your diary that this is about.
Good Luck!