will this work for growing mushrooms in a petri dish?

I have never used it to culture mushrooms, but it is the same "AGAR" I use in my science classroom to culture bacteria in petri dishes with students.

How to make marshmallows with agar powder

@Jcgroff I didn't like marshmallows until I made them homemade. (An experiment, to stuff in sweet potato balls rolled in coconut and toasted, for a contest type blogging party. November blog fodder annual local gathering, like early Thanksgiving. .) I didn't use this product but focused on gluten and corn free at the time.) I'm particularly searching out a non animal gelatin for this exact purpose, as I came upon these comments. Loved to learn that a different product was suggested. Researching that product next. I doubt you will see this comment but I thought it might help others. (Btw, homemade marshmallows need to age/harden/cure? for that purpose. I only gave them 24 hours and they didn't hold up in the recipe. But, I've used my recipe to make fresh marshmallow cream for my daughters rice krispy treats. It was a gooey successful mess. A beautiful disaster "kitchen miracle.")

Is this agar organic?

Here's what the now food company says: "Free of: sugar, salt, starch, yeast, wheat, gluten, corn, soy, milk, egg or preservatives. Other Ingredients: Agar-Agar Powder; 100% pure. Agar Powder is derived entirely from natural seaweed. Warnings: None Disclaimers: None This product is sold by weight not volume. Product of Morocco."

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Now Real Food Agar Powder | Plant-Based Agar-Agar Powder, Vegan Gelatin Substitute for Thickening Soups & Jellies & Desserts & Baking, Non-GMO | 2 oz (57 g)

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Dairy Free
Brand
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Item weight
2 Ounces
Material features
Vegan
Specialty
Vegetarian

⚡Fast-Setting Thickener

🌱Non-GMO & Vegan Certified

🌿100% Plant-Based Gelatin Substitute

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🌟 Gelatin’s green upgrade—set your creations apart with NOW Agar Powder!

PURE PLANT POWER - Derived from marine red algae for a clean, natural gelatin alternative.
TRUSTED HERITAGE - Packaged in the USA by a family-owned company since 1968, ensuring quality and care.
CLEAN CONSCIOUS - Gluten-free, non-GMO, kosher, and vegan—crafted for mindful living.
VERSATILE CULINARY MAGIC - Perfectly thickens soups, jellies, desserts, and even ice cream with ease.
ELEVATE YOUR KITCHEN GAME - Join thousands of health-savvy pros who’ve upgraded their recipes with NOW Agar Powder.

NOW Real Food Agar Powder is a premium, plant-based gelatin substitute derived from marine red algae. This 2 oz (57 g) powder is non-GMO, gluten-free, kosher, and vegan, making it an ideal thickener for soups, jellies, desserts, and baking. Packaged in the USA by a trusted family-owned company since 1968, it offers a clean, fast-setting, and versatile solution for health-conscious culinary professionals.

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ASIN	B000MGSJ5A
ASIN	B000MGSJ5A
Allergen Information	Dairy Free, Gluten Free
Best Sellers Rank	#12,741 in Grocery ( See Top 100 in Grocery ) #36 in Pudding & Dessert Mixes
Brand Name	NOW
Coin Variety 1	Gelatin
Country of Origin	USA
Country of origin	USA
Cuisine	Asian
Customer Reviews	4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (4,238)
Customer reviews	4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (4,238)
Department	Health and Beauty>Health and Wellness
Diet Type	Kosher
Flavor	Agar
Global Trade Identification Number	00733739064103
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer	No
Item Form	Powder
Item Package Weight	0.09 Kilograms
Item Type Name	HEALTH_PERSONAL_CARE
Item Weight	2 Ounces
Item model number	P5477
Manufacturer	Now Foods
Manufacturer	Now Foods
Material Features	Vegan
Model Number	P5477
Number of Items	1
Number of Pieces	1
Part Number	P5477
Product Dimensions	4.95 x 4.95 x 10.92 cm; 56.7 g
Size	2-Ounce
Specialty	Vegetarian
UPC	733739064103
Unit Count	57 Grams

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