Urban Farm-It Reviews 

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TrustScore 3 out of 5

3.1

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Looking at 60 reviews, most reviewers were somewhat happy with their experience overall. Consumers generally find the mushroom growing kits very fun and easy to use at home, appreciating the smooth process and successful harvests. Many people also praise the helpful and efficient support team whenever they need assistance or have questions. However, some customers also noted frustrating issues with missing voucher codes and problems trying to redeem expired spawn. Buyers additionally experienced significant delivery delays, with several packages failing to arrive or being sent to the wrong address. Others felt disappointed when communication broke down completely during attempts to resolve these delivery problems.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I ordered an Oyster Mushroom growing kit for my elderly father. Inside was a voucher to order the spores. Unfortunately he misplaced the voucher so the kit was useless. I messaged Urbn Farm and had a... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ordered the Oyster plugs. Was sent spawn instead. Company rectified it and sent plugs on express and apologised for the mistake. Keep in mind that the customer service is via email, there is no n... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Superb customer service and great product. I ordered and grew from the lion’s mane kit and received valuable advice during the process as I’m a complete novice. The produce tasted incredible. Thanks �... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Had a lot of fun growing both Oyster mushrooms and Lions Mane. Both were quite successful and we have had some repeat crops. It's been great watching them grow, taking pics, and the instructions were... See more


Company details

  1. Agricultural Organization
  2. Agricultural Product Wholesaler
  3. Consultant
  4. Hydroponics Equipment Supplier

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For anyone, growing anywhere. Urban Farm-It are an organisation whose aim is to encourage and inspire a positive shift in our culture around sustainable food production and consumption. We wish to introduce people to the wonderful and alternative world of urban farming through accessible education, top quality resources and gateway urban farming products.


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3.1

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TrustScore 3 out of 5

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Some clearer information on the box.

I wish, for a start, that you had printed on the box, words to the effect of "Don't throw away, after removing contents. This is part of the kit." I bought a pink oyster kit, months ago, and ( after removing the contents, and disposing of the box) put it aside, as I've been unwell for quite some time. Today, I intended to start growing the mushrooms, but noticed the information that advised starting the process within three days. It's disheartening to think that I have wasted over £18. Any advice?

1 June 2023
Unprompted review
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Reply from Urban Farm-It

Hi Tim,

Thanks for your review and feedback, it is of great importance to us.

It sounds as if you purchased one of our 'ready to grow' kits which comes with the living spawn- these kits should arrive with a
"Living spawn inside, please read storage instructions"
sticker on the front of the box, the details of which are elaborated on the instructions (required storage temperature and use by). The cardboard box is also included on the kit contents list on the instruction sheet, stating it's use and not to discard of it.

Although the original bag of spawn from your kit may be expired, the rest of the contents can still be used, we would hate it to go to waste and would love to get you growing! If you could please get in touch with us at hello@urban-farm-it.com we will aim to resolve this for you as quickly as possible.

Kind regards,
Alice

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great response time

I had trouble claiming my spawn through the website with technical trouble on my end. I emailed and explained my situation and they responded in less than a day and shipped me out new spawn. Really friendly and helpful

30 May 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Excellent service. Quick and efficient. We had a problem with our spawn, but good customer service, and a fresh pack sent out. Looking forward to our first batch of home grown mushrooms.

19 May 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

mushroom kit gift

Given a mushroom kit as a gift. Everything was well documented and simple to use. All parts are responsibly sourced. Spores were dispatched immediately and arrived shortly after

1 May 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great supplier

Great supplier, with a real personal touch.
Really happy with service and will definitely be recommending to Family and friends.

18 May 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

The bag split so hot water poured out…

The bag split so hot water poured out before I realised and cellotaped it up nothing much has happened after 13days so have sprayed through holes and in bag. I do not wish to send a photograph.

17 May 2023
Unprompted review
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Reply from Urban Farm-It

Hi Suzanne,

Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. Our black substrate bags are designed to to be water proof and heat resistant to enable easy pasteurisation, so I sincerely apologise that yours split!

Have you put your kit away to incubate before spraying the holes in the bag? 13 days is most likely too early to expect any fruiting bodies.

I have sent you an email so we can come to a resolution ASAP!

Kind regards,
Alice

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

All worked perfectly !

I was bought a box as a gift and after following the clear instructions I am now about to harvest my fist crop of pink oyster mushrooms. All worked perfectly.

5 May 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Gift experience could be better

Haven't got a crop yet, but early days.

I bought a gift - which arrived promptly and was wonderful but also confusing as the order didn't allow the leaving of a message etc, so when it arrived, there was confusion as to why it had been received!

Would be great if you could add a message - as a proper gift, and have it look like a gift too.

I ordered the seminar to go with the gift, but haven't received an email with the details and I had to let the person who I had bought the gift for know to keep that evening free - as there was nothing in the package that suggested the seminar!

27 April 2023
Unprompted review
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Reply from Urban Farm-It

Hi there,

Thanks for your review! What platform did you purchase the kit from? On our website there is an option to add a note to your order (if not you can always send us a message, we are happy to add notes or confirmations of webinars)

Webinar details are provided via email, if you would like us to change the recipient email address just let us know and we can get that sorted.

Kind regards,
Alice

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Contaminated

Either substrate or spawn were contaminated. Substrate grew Wet Spot (bacillus). Substrate was sterilised as advised and spawn added under aseptic conditions. Imagine the substrate was contaminated with bacillus toxins which weren't destroyed through sterilisation.

30 April 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Wonderful!

Delivered quickly, easy to follow guides and very friendly staff if you ever need to contact them!

29 April 2023
Unprompted review

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