7-Stars Mushroom Farm: An Engaging and Educational Mushroom Tour

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Abstract An educational and enjoyable mushroom tour to 7-Stars Mushroom Sdn. Bhd. was organized by the Malaysian Nature Society Selangor Branch Mycology Special Interest Group (MNSSB Mycology SIG) on the 23rd of February 2025. A total of 33 participants, including individuals and families from diverse backgrounds but shared a common passion for fungi, signed up for the tour. They explored the mushroom cultivation cold storage, guided by knowledgeable staff who had explained the intricate growing processes. Participants also enjoyed the fun and hands-on activities, including picking own mushrooms, and enjoy tastings of freshly prepared mushroom dishes, showcasing the unique flavors and textures of the farm's produce.


Introduction

The MNSSB Mycology Group had organized an educational and enjoyable mushroom tour at 7-Stars Mushroom Sdn. Bhd. on the 23rd of February 2025. The farm specializes in cultivating organic mushrooms such as shiitake, oyster, and lion's mane, using advanced tissue culture techniques and controlled green room environments to ensure premium quality and sustainability.

Participants were able to explore the mushroom cultivation cold storage, guided by knowledgeable staff who will explain the intricate growing processes. They also engaged in hands-on activities, including picking their own mushrooms, and enjoy tastings of freshly prepared mushroom dishes, showcasing the unique flavors and textures of the farm's produce.

The tour accommodated 33 participants, including individuals and families from diverse backgrounds but shared a common passion for fungi. This tour offers an insight into sustainable farming practices and the benefits of organic agriculture, making it an enriching experience for all ages.




Mushroom Tour Participants: MNSSB Mycology Group Leader Loon Yit Hong (10th from the left),
7-Stars Mushroom Sdn. Bhd. Manager Lee Wah Hung (4th from the right), and participants.


MNSSB Mycology Group Leader Loon Yit Hong (left) and Mycologist Researcher from Forest Research Institute Malaysia (FRIM) 
Dr. Patahayah binti Mansor (right).


Tour Itinerary

The tour began with participants receiving a brief presentation on the establishment of the farm business, the challenges faced, and advancements in mushroom cultivation technology. Some freshly picked mushrooms were displayed during the briefing, allowing participants to touch and feel them, as well as take photographs with them.


Presentation by the mycologist of the 7-Stars Mushroom Farm.

 

Shiitake mushrooms.

(Photos by Loon Yit Hong)


Oyster mushrooms.

(Photos by Loon Yit Hong)

The tour proceeds with participants exploring the bagging and sterilization process of mushrooms, followed by the inoculation and cultivation stages in the cold rooms for Lion’s Mane and Oyster mushrooms. The fun and enjoyable activity of picking their own mushrooms took place in the cold room for Shiitake mushrooms.


The overall mushroom cultivation process briefed by mycologist from 7-Stars Mushroom Sdn. Bhd.

(Photos by Loon Yit Hong)


Participants visit the Lion’s mane mushroom cold room.

(Photos by Loon Yit Hong)

Participants visit the Oyster mushroom cold room.

(Photos by Loon Yit Hong)


Participants hand-picking Shiitake mushroom in the cold room.

(Photos by Loon Yit Hong)


The tour wrapped up with participants savoring tastings of freshly prepared mushroom dishes, showcasing the distinct flavors and textures of the farm's produce. Additionally, families with children had a fun activity where they could decorate mushroom blocks using their own creativity.


Shiitake mushroom blocks and oyster mushroom mycelium bags.

(Photos by Loon Yit Hong)


Conclusions

 The mushroom tour provides a unique experience for participants as they explore the cold storage used for mushroom cultivation, guided by knowledgeable staff. Engaging in hands-on activities, they can pick their own mushrooms and enjoy tastings of freshly prepared mushroom dishes that highlight the unique flavors and textures of the farm's produce. This tour offers insights into sustainable farming practices and the benefits of organic agriculture, making it an enriching experience for people of all ages.


Acknowledgement

Loon Yit Hong (Event Organizer and MNSSB Lead Coordinator)
Lenny Wong (MNSSB Committee Member)
Chan Chee Keong (MNSSB Committee Member)
Lee Wah Hung (7-Stars Mushroom Sdn. Bhd.)
Malaysian Nature Society Selangor Branch (MNSSB)
Dr. Patahayah binti Mansor, Ng Jing Wen, HY Leong, Syafa, Angeline Siok, Eileen Chwee and family, Jonathan Lau, An Boon Seong, Ng Mei Chun, Leong Xin Hui, Yvonne Low, Ooi Bak Kheang, Constance Teo, Celeste Wong, Khadijah Tahirah Binti Salim, Yoking Lai, Chear Swee Kwin and friends participated in the event.






Location: LOT 1173, KEBUN), BATU, 26, Jalan Sungai Lalang, 43500 Semenyih, Selangor, Malaysia
Hi, I'm Loon, a fungi enthusiast who loves exploring, discovering, and hunting mushrooms. Reading and studying about fungi keeps my curiosity alive about the wonders of nature.

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