NOTES FROM OISHII NIPPON
Explore the blog posts below for variety information, recipes, grower profiles, culture notes, and more.
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Harvesting: Zuccurì
Chris takes us to Beloian Farms in the Central Valley of California, an organic farm that grows Zuccurì. We will find out what to look for and learn how to detect when it is ready to harvest.
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Growing: Zuccurì
Today Chris takes us to his farm, San Benito roots in Hollister, CA to breakdown Zuccurì growing. Sometimes it can be hard to gauge how your plants are doing and what to do if they need some assistance. Chris gives us tips on how to check on plant health and production and how to mitigate issues in the garden or field.
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Negi Cultivation
In this video, Chris takes us through Negi cultivation and shows us how to get the most out of our Negi crop. We lear...
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Harvesting: Shishimai
Chris takes us to Tomatero Farms in Watsonville, California where they are growing organic Shishimai peppers. Their process is organic, over plastic and under hoophouses. Chris explains how and when to harvest Shishimai and gives us some pointers for getting the most from our plants.
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How to Cut Zuccurì
Zuccurì, our kabocha squash, is a great fall vegetable but can also be found year round in some regions. Zuccurì has a tough (edible!) outer skin. In this video, Chris walks us through how to safely cut Zuccurì.
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How To Grill A Quick Shishimai and Negi Appetizer
Shishimai, our shishito pepper has a bright, rich flavor making it a perfect for barbeques. Paired with the mild, earthy flavor of Negi, our bunching onion, we have flavor, texture and crowd-pleasing aromatics. This easy appetizer provides some crunch and fun at any lunch or dinner activity. In the video below, Chris walks us through a simple way to blister these veggies, preferably on a warm summer day with a beer in hand. Enjoy!
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Transplanting: Negi
This article breaks down how to transplant Negi (Japanese bunching onion) for a successful growing season. Our expert, Chris, explains transplanting for both commercial and home gardeners.
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Transplanting: Zuccurì
This article gives a breakdown of how to successfully transplant Zuccurì into your field or home garden. Chris outlines the preparation and irrigation needed for your plants to have the best chance at thriving once they are in the ground.
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Transplanting: Fioretto and Shishimai
In this article, Chris explains his methods for transplanting Fioretto and Shishimai seedlings into home gardens and fields. He points out important considerations such as when to transplant, soil and irrigating.
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Fioretto, Delicate and Delicious
Fioretto, translated from Italian, means “little flower.” With just a glance at the vegetable, it is clear to see why it would take on such a name. It appears both pretty and delicate. This non-GMO vegetable is a hybrid of cauliflower and broccoli, taking on features from each. The result is a vegetable with a beautiful complexion and tiny florets.
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The Amazing Benefits of Zuccurì
Zuccurì, our sweet Japanese pumpkin, has numerous nutritional benefits in both the skin and flesh. We encourage consumers to eat the skin along with the flesh because it is delicious and also very rich in nutrients. It contains antioxidants, which protect our cells against the effects of free radicals.
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The Oishii Nippon Project Logo
Our Oishii Nippon Project logo was thoughtfully designed with two elements of Japanese heritage in mind. Using ‘The Great Wave off Kanagawa’ as inspiration, we incorporated vegetables of our Washuko to represent harmony, seasonality and natural abundance...
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