Organic growers: question about mold

Abstract Trichoderma is a cosmopolitan and opportunistic ascomycete fungal genus including species that are of interest to agriculture as direct biological control agents of phytopathogens. Trichoderma utilizes direct antagonism and competition, particularly in the rhizosphere, where it modulates the composition of and interactions with other microorganisms. In its colonization of plants, on the roots or as an endophyte, Trichoderma has evolved the capacity to communicate with the plant and produce numerous multifaceted benefits to its host. The intricacy of this plant–microorganism association has stimulated a marked interest in research on Trichoderma, ranging from its capacity as a plant growth promoter to its ability to prime local and systemic defence responses against biotic and abiotic stresses and to activate transcriptional memory affecting plant responses to future stresses. This Review discusses the ecophysiology and diversity of Trichoderma and the complexity of its relationships in the agroecosystem, highlighting its potential as a direct and indirect biological control agent, biostimulant and biofertilizer, which are useful multipurpose properties for agricultural applications. We also highlight how the present legislative framework might accommodate the demonstrated evidence of Trichoderma proficiency as a plant-beneficial microorganism contributing towards eco-sustainable agriculture...

First mold seems "ok"... but the second one might be: Aspergillus fumigatus (green mold) Try killing it with vinegar/alcohol etc. (high dose, low amount).

the spiderweb mold is most likely mycelium and the second is trichoderma. the trichoderma can take over the mycelium atleast in the mushroom world. i would carefully cut it out and dispose of it. im assuming you want the mycelium

the second is trichoderma. and yes you can tell what mold is which by color and texture. it is completely possible to identify visually. i used to grow mushrooms and trichoderma is the bane of mushroom growers existence. but with organic growing im not sure if its bad. i believe ive seen it on labels of some products. but its trichoderma. its green like that. in the mushroom world, people get all sorts of different contaminations which are different molds basically. they come in all sorts of colors and textures. from pinks and reds to oranges and greens to blacks greys and white. they can most definitely be identified visually. and a quick Google image search will help. and then a quick search of whether or not its good for your organics is simple too.

you cannot tell which is good mold and which is bad mold by looking at it. That's just you filling in the unknown gaps with your desire. fungus is mold, so .. myco is good, the rest is either irrelevant or potentially bad. it's a sign of decaying organic material in your substrate, which it lives off. It's also a sign that you don't have a good wet-dry cycle resulting from your irrigation. 1) fully saturate. 2) wait for top1" to dry 3) repeat. this isn't a matter of opinion. if doing this differently you are doing it wrong. Whether you wait for the top inch or top 1/2 inch is irrelevant, but the gist is the proper way to do it. If the top of your soil remains wet, you'll grow mold.

Mold is not good, decay can couse ph swing, plus bud infection threat. Certain fungus is beneficial in soil grows, not mold. I would rough surface before watering...

there fine, mix it all up with top 2cm of medium