Mushrooms We Grow

Gowin Valley Farms Mushrooms are Certified Naturally Grown mushrooms or wildcrafted mushrooms from all-natural spaces

Lion’s Mane (Hericium erinaceus)

Gowin Valley Farms Lion's Mane Hericium erinaceus grown in our USDA Specialty Crops Block Grant container
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– Flavor & Taste: Rich, mild, sweet, savory. Cooks like crab, chicken, steak, lobster & more

– Nutritional Benefits: Great source of Potassium, fiber, iron, calcium & 2.4 g protein, 35 cal & 7g of carbs/100g

– Medicinal Benefits: Cognitive health, focus, energy, anti-inflammatory, immune support, heart health, digestive health, wound healing, aids nerve pain

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Chestnut (Pholiota adiposa)

Gowin Valley Farms Chestnut Mushroom (Pholiota adiposa) grown in USDA Specialty Crops Block Grant module

– Flavor & Taste: Mild, umami, savory, nutty, peppery, meaty

– Nutritional Benefits: Great source of fiber, protein, riboflavin, copper, biotin, niacin, selenium, 15 cal & 3g of carbs / 100g

– Medicinal Benefits: Anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal, slowing osteoporosis, anti-tumor

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King Trumpet (Pleurotus eryngii)

Gowin Valley Farms King Trumpet Mushroom (Pleurotus eryngii) grown in USDA Specialty Crops Block Grant module
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– Flavor & Taste: Mild, nutty, umami, savory, meaty; scallop-like & more

– Nutritional Benefits: Great source of Potassium, fiber, iron, calcium & 2.4g protein, 35 cal & 7g of carbs/100g

– Medicinal Benefits: Cognitive health, focus, energy, anti-inflammatory, immune support, heart health, digestive health, wound healing, aids nerve pain

*See Recipes Page for more info on how to cook these Mushrooms

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Black Pearl (Pleurotus ostreatus)

Black Pearl King Hybrid (Pleurotus ostreatus) Certified Naturally Grown Gowin Valley Farms Mushroom grown in our USDA Specialty Crops Block Grant Module
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– Flavor & Taste: Meaty, dense, sweet yet slightly bitter - reminiscent of almonds, slight peppery aftertaste; excellent for pasta, soups, sauce

– Nutritional Benefits: Good source of protein, iron, fiber, 3.3g protein, 28 cal & 1g carbs/100g

– Medicinal Benefits: Anti-inflammatory, lowering cholesterol, anti-tumor

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‘Velvet’ Pioppino (Agrocybe aegerita)

Velvet Pioppino (Agrocybe aegerita) Gowin Valley Farms Mushroom Certified Naturally Grown through USDA Grant Research
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– Flavor & Taste: mild, nutty, umami, earthy, slightly sweet, floral, peppery, subtle bitterness

– Nutritional Benefits: Great source of protein, fiber, linoleic acid, iron, potassium, fiber, Vitamin C, 40 cal & 8g carbs/cup

– Medicinal Benefits: Blood sugar regulation, immune support, antioxidant & anti-inflammatory, polysaccharides, immunomodulatory, antifungal, antimicrobial

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Maitake (Grifola frondosa)

Maitake (Grifola frondosa) Gowin Valley Farms Mushrooms grown using all usda certified organic products in our USDA grant research module
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– Flavor & Taste: Meaty, rich, savory, umami, nutty, peppery, earthy with subtle bitterness/spice

– Nutritional Benefits: Good source of protein, fiber & Vitamin D - 1 cup has 196% of the daily requirement; low calorie, low carb; 22 cal, 3g carbs/cup

– Medicinal Benefits: Rich in beta-glucans, immunomodulatory, antitumor, antiviral, antidiabetic & anti-inflammation properties; rich in polysaccharides aiding in gut health via gut microbiota helping the body maintain homeostasis, suggested to contribute to the treatment of metabolic disorders like non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, potential in preventing or treating hyperglycemia and hyperlipidemia

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Maitake is also known as ‘Hen of the Woods’

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Brown Beech (Hypsizygus tessulatus)

White Beech (Hypsizygus marmoreus)

White and Brown Beech Gowin Valley Farms Mushrooms (Hypsizguys marmoreus) and (Hypsizygus tessulatus) grown indoors using all usda organic products and are certified naturally grown

– Flavor & Taste: Sweet, buttery, savory, nutty

– Nutritional Benefits: Great source of potassium, fiber, iron, thiamine, zinc, copper, iron, magnesium, Vitamin B, D2 & D3, Gutathione, 40 cal & 7g carbs/cup, low calorie, low carb

– Medicinal Benefits: Improved digestion, gut health, headache relief, hair growth, antioxidant, immune support, cardiovascular health, thyroid health, blood pressure regulation, healthy kidney function

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Blue/Grey Oyster (Pleurotus ostreatus)

Pluerotus ostreatus (Blue / Grey oysters) grown from spore to fruiting at Gowin Valley Farms using all USDA Organic Products and are Certified Naturally Grown (CNG)
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– Flavor & Taste: Nutty, meaty, earthy, woodsy, umami

– Nutritional Benefits: Great source of potassium, fiber, iron, thiamine, niacin, riboflavin, Vitamin B6, 37 cal & 5g carbs/cup

– Medicinal Benefits: Immune support, anti-inflammatory, blood pressure regulation, prevents & aids osteoporosis & arthritis, lowers cholesterol, may help anemia, antioxidant-rich, anticancer, boosts bone density

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Pink Oyster (Pluerotus djamor)

Pink Oyster (Pluerotus djamor) grown on USDA organic products and are Certified Naturally Grown, all grown in-house from spore to fruiting

– Flavor & Taste: Meaty, seafood-like, lobster, to porky, ham-like, bacon or depending on the culinary use, also used for ‘faux-chicken nuggets’ at GVF

– Nutritional Benefits: Great source of potassium, fiber, iron, thiamine, niacin, riboflavin, Vitamin B6, 37 cal & 5g carbs/cup

– Medicinal Benefits: Immune support, anti-inflammatory, blood pressure regulation, prevents & aids osteoporosis & arthritis, lowers cholesterol, may help anemia, antioxidant-rich, anti-cancer

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Golden Oyster (Pleurotus citrinopileatus)

Gowin Valley Farms Golden Oyster (Pleurotus citrinopileatus), Certified Naturally Grown indoors using all USDA Organic products and from spore to fruit all in-house in our mycology lab
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– Flavor & Taste: Delicate, mild, citrusy, umami, sweet, nutty

– Nutritional Benefits: Great source of potassium, fiber, iron, thiamine, niacin, riboflavin, Vitamin B6, 37 cal & 5g carbs/cup

– Medicinal Benefits: Immune support, anti-inflammatory, blood pressure regulation, prevents & aids osteoporosis & arthritis, lowers cholesterol, may help anemia, antioxidant-rich, anticancer, boosts bone density

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White Oyster (Pleurotus ostreatus)

Indoor Grown White Oyster Mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus) using all USDA Organic Materials and are Certified Naturally Grown, all indoors using a module from a USDA Specialty Crops Block Grant with Kennesaw State University
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– Flavor & Taste: Subtle, mild, meaty, umami, sweet. briny, slightly anise flavor, nutty, seafood-y depending on culinary use

– Nutritional Benefits: Great source of potassium, fiber, iron, thiamine, niacin, riboflavin, Vitamin B6, 37 cal & 5g carbs/cup

– Medicinal Benefits: Immune support, anti-inflammatory, blood pressure regulation, prevents & aids osteoporosis & arthritis, lowers cholesterol, may help anemia, antioxidant-rich, anticancer, boosts bone density

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Almond Oyster (Pleurotus populinus)

Almond oyster (Pleurotus populinus) in all USDA organic substrate and are Certified Naturally Grown indoors through USDA Grant Research
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– Flavor & Taste: Aromatic, sweet, nutty, meaty, anise

– Nutritional Benefits: Great source of potassium, fiber, iron, thiamine, niacin, riboflavin, Vitamin B6, 37 cal & 5g carbs/cup

– Medicinal Benefits: Immune support, anti-inflammatory, blood pressure regulation, prevents & aids osteoporosis & arthritis, lowers cholesterol, may help anemia, antioxidant-rich, anticancer, boosts bone density

*See Recipes Page for more info on how to cook these Mushrooms

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Shiitake (Lentinula edodes)

Shiitake (Lentinula edodes) Gowin Valley Farms Certified Naturally Grown Mushroom grown from spores to fruiting in-house using all USDA organic products
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– Flavor & Taste: Aromatic, sweet, nutty, meaty, anise

– Nutritional Benefits: Great source of potassium, fiber, iron, thiamine, niacin, riboflavin, Vitamin B6, 37 cal & 5g carbs/cup

– Medicinal Benefits: Immune support, anti-inflammatory, blood pressure regulation, prevents & aids osteoporosis & arthritis, lowers cholesterol, may help anemia, antioxidant-rich, anticancer, boosts bone density

*See Recipes Page for more info on how to cook these Mushrooms

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Nameko (Pholiota nameko)

Nameko (Pholiota nameko) cultivated in Gowin Valley Farms USDA Specialty Crops Block Grant Research Module grown through Certified Naturally Grown Certification and use all USDA Organic products in the substrate
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– Flavor & Taste: Nutty, earthy, fruity, sweet, candy-like smell, unique texture; sometimes known as “butterscotch mushroom”

– Nutritional Benefits: Great source of protein, high in fiber, antioxidants-rich, high in Vitamin B, D, low fat, low calorie, low carb

– Medicinal Benefits: Anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor, effective in lowering cholesterol, anti-microbial, anti-cancer

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Enoki (Flammulina velutipes)

Enoki (Flammulina velutipes) cultivated indoors using all USDA Organic Materials and are Certified Naturally Grown at Gowin Valley Farms Mushrooms

– Flavor & Taste: Mild, delicate, sweet, umami flavor

– Nutritional Benefits: Great source of Zinc, Potassium, Magnesium, Vitamin B, Iron and Dietary Fiber

– Medicinal Benefits: Includes anti-cancer, anti-microbial, antioxidant and immunomodulatory properties, has cholesterol and blood pressure lowering effects

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Reishi (Ganoderma varieties)

Reishi (Ganoderma varieties) grown indoors at Gowin Valley Farms or locally sustainably foraged
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– Flavor & Taste: Woody and spongy texture, flavor is bitter and earthy; not used as a choice edible mushroom in food, rather for soups, stocks and medicinal powders or extracts

– Nutritional Benefits: Great source of Beta-glucan polysaccharides & triterpenes, biologically active with over 400 active health-boosting compounds like proteins, fatty acids, amino acids, fiber and more

– Medicinal Benefits: Anti-aging properties like reducing anxiety, increasing strength & stamina, anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetes, lowers blood pressure, promotes relaxation, anti-anxiety, immune support, anti-bacterial, liver support, antioxidants and more

*We offer both cultivated (G. lucidum/G. multipileum) and wild varieties like (G. tsugae/G.curtisii).

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Turkey Tail (Trametes versicolor)

Turkey Tail (Trametes versicolor) wildcrafted and grown indoors at Gowin Valley Farms for our extract tinctures
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– Flavor & Taste: Earthy, mild, woody slightly bitter after taste, not often used in food rather for extracts and powders

– Nutritional Benefits: Great source of Selenium, Vitamin D, Vitamin B3, antioxidants, medicinal benefits of interest

– Medicinal Benefits: Increases immune system recovery, increases healthy gut bacteria, high in beta-glucans, high concentration of two polysaccharides — polysaccharide-K and polysaccharide peptides, anti-cancer, anti-tumor

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Cordyceps (Cordyceps militaris)

Cordyceps (Cordyceps militaris) mushroom grown at Gowin Valley Farms for extracts and fungi products the strain is from William Padilla-Brown Mycosimbiote
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– Flavor & Taste: Earthy, savory flavor with a hint of umami; mostly used as a medicinal additive in powdered or extracted form

– Nutritional Benefits: Great source of antioxidants, Vitamin B, Magnesium, Potassium, Iron, Calcium, Zinc, Selenium and Sulfur

– Medicinal Benefits: Beneficial in the treatment of inflammatory-related conditions, such as Crohn’s disease & arthritis, helps control insulin levels, reduces fatigue & blood sugar levels, allows cells to absorb more oxygen, used as a “pre-workout” or in vegan pre-workouts

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Locally Foraged Hybridized Strains

Gowin Valley Farms Forages local edible mushroom strains and hybridizes them to grow indoors as a commercial cultivar fungi
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– Native Species Grown: Oyster (Pleurotus ostreatus), Lion’s Mane (Hericium erinaceus), Reishi (Ganoderma), Turkey Tail (Trametes Versicolor) + others

– Nutritional Benefits: Great sources of Selenium, vitamin D, Potassium & Fiber, while being low calorie, low carb, and low cholesterol

– Medicinal Benefits: Anti-aging properties, antioxidants, mineral-rich, anti-cancer properties, immune support and more, check out the specific mushroom species above for detailed information

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Foraged Mushrooms

Wild Mushroom Food Safety Certified Foragers Gabe and Emma harvest edible foraged mushrooms seasonally for customers and chefs
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Mushrooms Commonly Foraged: Chanterelles, Lobsters, Black Trumpet, Chicken of the Woods, Hen of the Woods, Candy Caps, Lactarius, Black Staining Polypore, Reishi, Turkey Tail & more

– Gabe & Emma are Wild Mushroom Food Safety Certified by Mushroom Mountain / Tradd Cotter

– We hold several foraging events and walks a year, stay tuned and check out our events page to stay current

– Sign up for our newsletter for first dibs on all classes, workshops, speaking events & foraging walks

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