making starters with dry yeast

[jigtwins]

I've seen and heard all kinds of negative info regarding the use of a starter for dry yeast. Has anyone out there done any real experiments with cell counting to verify this? just curious.

 

[morbster]

I've read more recently that properly rehydrated yeast can be treated like liquid yeast and work just fine in a starter. Just rehydrate, then ramp up.

I have not seen any info on cell counts.

 

[oakbarn]

No Need. I do not even hydrate every time. Add and extra pack if you are worried. Keep everything clean and no worries.