Cutting Through the Mushroom-Growing Matrix with Chef-Turned-Farmer Jordan Jent The Best Damn Mushrooms in Texas

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Most people find growing mushrooms much harder than other food crops, but Jordan Jent discovered that they were one of the only crops he could grow successfully.

Starting from scratch, he learned everything he could about the science and techniques of mushroom growing. Through a lot of trial and error, he’s mastered the craft and now produces 700 to 800 pounds weekly, supplying 30+ restaurants.

Tune in to explore:

The basic steps to grow mushrooms from start to finish
Tips for preventing bacteria and mold from forming on mushroom crops
Why mushrooms are more closely related to humans than plants
How long it takes to grow different types of mushrooms
How quickly mushrooms need to be picked from the substrate (and why)
The shelf life of different mushrooms and how to ensure freshness
How Jent’s background in the restaurant industry helped him build a successful full-time operation as a mushroom farmer
Why chefs benefit from working with a local mushroom grower as opposed to a wholesale food distributor

Press play and learn more about Jent’s company, Texas Fungus, at https://texasfungus.com/.

Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3bO8R6q

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Cutting Through the Mushroom-Growing Matrix with Chef-Turned-Farmer Jordan Jent The Best Damn Mushrooms in Texas

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Most people find growing mushrooms much harder than other food crops, but Jordan Jent discovered that they were one of the only crops he could grow successfully.

Tune in to explore:

The basic steps to grow mushrooms from start to finish
Tips for preventing bacteria and mold from forming on mushroom crops
Why mushrooms are more closely related to humans than plants
How long it takes to grow different types of mushrooms
How quickly mushrooms need to be picked from the substrate (and why)
The shelf life of different mushrooms and how to ensure freshness
How Jent’s background in the restaurant industry helped him build a successful full-time operation as a mushroom farmer
Why chefs benefit from working with a local mushroom grower as opposed to a wholesale food distributor

Press play and learn more about Jent’s company, Texas Fungus, at https://texasfungus.com/.

Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3bO8R6q

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