Black Trumpet Farm

Gourmet mushroom cultivation farm. Top products: Gourmet Oyster Mushrooms, Lion’s Mane, Shiitake. Black Trumpet Farm is an Asheville-based, USDA Organic and Certified Naturally Grown mushroom operation founded by Gwen and Jay. Rooted in principles of regenerative agriculture and agro-ecology, the farm integrates advanced horticultural and engineering expertise to produce high-quality fungi in environmentally optimized production spaces. Their primary offerings include a diverse array of gourmet varieties such as Gray, Italian, Black Pearl, Gold, and Pink Oysters, alongside Pioppino, Shiitake, Lion’s Mane, Chestnut, and Beech mushrooms. Beyond fresh culinary produce, the farm produces medicinal mushroom tinctures and ready-to-grow kits. The business focuses on a direct-to-consumer model, maintaining a consistent physical presence at the North Asheville Winter Tailgate Market and the River Arts District Market. Committed to regional food security and sustainability, the farm utilizes solar power and emphasizes community engagement through volunteer work with local mycology clubs and educational outreach.