Oregon is home to a wide array of edible mushrooms, both wild and cultivated.
Wild mushrooms are often served at fine restaurants, and at specialty stores and farmers' markets. Varieties include Morel, Chanterelle, Lobster, Cepe, White and Black Truffle, and Hedgehog.
Cultivated mushrooms can be grown indoors or outdoors, depending on the variety and location. Mushroom farmers typically grow Shiitake, Oyster, Maitake, Crimini, Portobello, and Button.
The businesses and organizations listed below specialize in mushrooms. They are a valuable resource for those interested in cultivating, hunting, and/or cooking mushrooms.
Gourmet & Medicinal Mushrooms
Mushroom Science
541-344-8753
Eugene, OR
Products: medicinal mushrooms, including maitake and reishi; mushroom extracts
Nikko Farm
503-749-2724
Aumsville, OR
Products: cultivated Asian mushrooms and vegetables
Oregon Mushrooms
541-882-3687
Keno, OR
Products: wild and cultivated mushrooms, truffle products
Pistol River Mushrooms
541-247-9195
Pistol River, OR
Products: fresh shiitake mushrooms, dried mushrooms, mushroom powders
The Mushroomery
541-258-5855
Lebanon, OR
Products: wild and cultivated mushrooms, white truffle oil, medicinal mushroom tincture, educational workshops
Truffle Zone
Salem, OR
Products: Oregon white truffles and wild mushrooms
Mushroom Organizations and Information
Central Oregon Mushroom Club
Bend, OR
Edible Mushrooms
Seattle, WA
Services: Pacific Northwest mushroom information and resources
Oregon Mycological Society
Portland, OR
Services: educational field trips and classes
Where is the best place to find 'Magic' Mushrooms in Oregon?
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ReplyDeleteI watched your show for the first time today and I can say that I really love this show. Very informative and I am a chef and your suggestion were great to me. I will be driving to some of these farmers to get my products and edibles. I just want to have everything local, although I live in portland.
ReplyDeleteHi Carolina Nites. Thanks for the comment. I'm glad you found Living Culture to be a good resource for you. If you are looking for any specific products locally, we are happy to help you find them. Just let us know. Happy cooking!
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