Collar City Mushrooms

Gourmet culinary mushroom farm. Top products: Fresh gourmet mushrooms, Fungi-related culinary products, Educational mycology workshops. Founded in 2020 by Amy Hood and Avery Stempel, Collar City Mushrooms is a premier mycological hub based in New Scotland, New York, located on the Indian Ladder Farms campus. The farm specializes in the cultivation of fresh, nutrient-rich gourmet mushrooms, positioning itself as a vital supplier for the Capital Region’s culinary sector, including high-end restaurants, local markets, and independent grocery stores. Their operation is defined by a commitment to sustainability, innovation, and transparent education; they feature viewing windows into their grow rooms and laboratories to invite public engagement with the mycelial process. Beyond production, the farm functions as an educational center, offering field trips, local mycology courses, and immersive community events that blend culinary arts with scientific discovery. Their mission centers on improving nutrition through wholesome, plant-based fungi while fostering a deeper public understanding of the ecological and health benefits of mushrooms.