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Pioppino

{Agrocybe aegerita}

Agrocybe aegerita, commonly known as the Pioppino Mushroom, is a unique and flavorful mushroom that has been enjoyed for centuries. This mushroom is native to Europe and Asia, but it also grows in North America. It is found growing naturally on wood debris or logs in forests.

Cooking

The Pioppino mushroom has become a popular culinary ingredient due to its rich flavor profile and unique texture. It has a distinct earthy aroma with notes of nuttiness. Its flavor is often described as slightly sweet with hints of almond and a subtle bitterness. The texture of this mushroom is firm yet tender, making it perfect for use in stir-fries or sautés.

One unique characteristic of the Pioppino Mushroom is its ability to absorb flavors from other ingredients when cooked together. This makes it an excellent addition to soups or stews where it can help enhance the overall flavor profile. Overall, Agrocybe aegerita or the Pioppino Mushroom offers both delicious taste and health benefits that are worth exploring in your culinary creations.

Recipes

  • Mushroom Tempura

Benefits

Historically, the Pioppino Mushroom was used medicinally by ancient Chinese doctors to treat ailments such as high blood pressure and stomach ulcers. In modern research, the Pioppino Mushroom has been shown to have high levels of antioxidants which can help protect against cellular damage caused by free radicals. Additionally, it is rich in beta-glucans which can boost the immune system and reduce inflammation.

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Day 1 at the @nqgarlicandartsfrstival was a whirlw Day 1 at the @nqgarlicandartsfrstival was a whirlwind. @mycoterrafarm & @song_sparrow_farm teamed up to offer the mushies you know and love 🍄, garlic seed 🧄, and fall produce 🎃 plus all sorts of mushroom-fueled snacks 🍪 and bevs ☕️. 

We’ll be back tomorrow and have reason to believe the day will be even more beautiful than today’s afternoon sunshine! 🌞
Have you ever wanted to grow your own mushrooms? D Have you ever wanted to grow your own mushrooms? Do you love a good excuse to visit Gardener’s Supply in Hadley?

On Saturday October 28th, Mycoterra Farm will be at Gardener's Supply in Hadley for a workshop all about growing mushrooms right at home!

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Myco News Flash: We just completed production for Myco News Flash: We just completed production for new batches of our certified organic  Turkey Tail, Maitake, and Native Reishi Mushroom Fruit Body Extracts. A big thank you to our customers who pre-ordered in advance, shipments are going out this week!
Hello Amherst! Como están? Did you know that @myc Hello Amherst! Como están? Did you know that @mycoterrafarm and @massfooddelivery partnered up with the @amherstmobilemarket to bring local fruits and veggies and gourmet mushrooms out to the community? 

Come and see us every Saturday from 10-2pm through September at 248 East Hadley Road in Amherst! Todos están bienvenidos!
Getting ready for Bellows Falls Farmers market tod Getting ready for Bellows Falls Farmers market today, and Union Square Farmers Market Amherst Mobile Market tomorrow. Mushroom farming is year round at Mycoterra, but the fungi are an important aspect of our seasonal produce production. We have shiitake blocks used as mulch for our tomatoes with a cover crop of mustard greens; zucchini and potatoes are thriving in super sacks of compost; wine caps popping up in our strawberry beds; mushroom compost in our no-till beds; and a canoosery of starts from Windy Ridge Farm still to be planted.
Still looking for the perfect gift for Dad? An org Still looking for the perfect gift for Dad? An organic gourmet mushroom grow kit may be just the thing! Our farmstore will be open until 4pm this week and online orders can be shipped or picked up at our store. 

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We’ve got some new fresh mushroom varieties in o We’ve got some new fresh mushroom varieties in our farm store today! Come by and visit us 10-4pm.
We’ve got fresh local asparagus in the farm stor We’ve got fresh local asparagus in the farm store today from Warner Farm! Open 10-4pm 

We’ve been enjoying a delicious #Spring harvest sauté: asparagus, shiitake, garlic, olive oil, salt and pepper. We also love adding ramps! 

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Ready for @unionsqmarket tomorrow! We have new kit Ready for @unionsqmarket tomorrow! We have new kits, plug spawn, our new line of Mushroom Fruitbody Extracts, and a full spread of our certified organic mushrooms. See you there Somerville! #shiitake #blueoyster #lionsmane #pioppino

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