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Identity & Botany
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Canonical name | Shiitake Mushroom |
| Scientific name | Lentinula edodes |
| Family / Genus | Omphalotaceae / — |
| Produce category | Mushroom |
| FSMA 204 covered? | No |
| PLU — conventional | 3065 |
| PLU — organic | 93065 |
| AGROVOC URI | c_6986 |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s01_identity. External: FAO AGROVOC.
Varieties
Estimated commercial varieties: 25.
| Variety | Market share | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| WR46 (Warm-Resistant 46) | 30% | A widely cultivated warm-weather strain known for its fast fruiting, high yields, and adaptability to various sawdust substrates. Produces mushrooms with thinner, flatter caps, suitable for consistent |
| CR46 (Cold-Resistant 46) | 25% | A popular cold-weather strain, characterized by slower growth but producing thicker, meatier caps with a richer, more intense umami flavor and firmer texture. Often preferred for gourmet markets and l |
| Koshin Type Shiitake | 20% | Refers to shiitake with thinner, flatter, and more open caps. These are typically faster-growing and have a milder flavor, making them common for everyday fresh market use. Often derived from warm-wea |
| Donko Type Shiitake | 15% | A premium grade of shiitake characterized by thick, rounded caps with deep, distinctive cracks (often called ‘flower’ or ‘snow’ patterns). These result from specific cold and dry growing conditions or |
| Shiitake 3790 | 5% | Another robust warm-weather strain, similar to WR46, known for its consistent high yields and adaptability to various cultivation methods, particularly sawdust blocks. Produces good quality, medium-si |
| Shiitake 3779 | 5% | A cold-weather strain valued for its ability to produce dense, flavorful mushrooms in cooler conditions. It’s often used for log cultivation and yields mushrooms with good texture and shelf life. |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s04_varieties.variety_summaries.
Post-Harvest Handling
Temperature
- Freezing point: 30.5°F. Hard limit.
- Handling urgency: 4 / 5.
Ethylene
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Production class | very_low |
| Production rate (20°C) | 0.05 µL/kg·h typical (0.01–0.1) |
| Sensitivity class | low |
| Sensitivity threshold | 1 ppm |
| Climacteric? | No |
Agent note: Shiitake mushrooms are non-climacteric and produce very little ethylene. They are also not highly sensitive to ethylene, but exposure to high levels can slightly accelerate browning and senescence.
Mixed-load compatibility
Group 1 (non-odor producing, high humidity)
Operational flags
- Can be top-iced? No
- Light-sensitive? No
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s07_harvest_post_harvest.
Market Intelligence
Demand
Increasing, driven by health trends and culinary versatility.
Elasticity
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price elasticity | -0.7 |
| Income elasticity | 1.2 |
| Organic premium elasticity | -0.8 |
Market share by variety
| Variety | Share |
|---|---|
| Fresh | 80% |
| Dried | 20% |
Pack sizes
- 3 oz
- 5 oz
- 8 oz
- 1 lb
- 3 lb bulk
- 5 lb bulk
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s09_market_intelligence.
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