Mighty Mushrooms

The Waimate North-based mum was also searching for a product she could sell at the Whangarei Growers’ Market, something that no-one else was growing.

'Oyster mushrooms are low in sodium, high in potassium and low in calories… ideal heart-smart food. And they’re full of flavour.' says Marie.

These days Marie works hard to keep up with the demand as she has a regular stall at the Bay of Islands Farmers’ Market in Kerikeri and sells to several restaurants, including The Lodge at Kauri Cliffs.

Oyster mushrooms