Let me tell you a story. Back in the dark ages of the 1990’s there were no tests available to check that the green powder a customer has just received was actually Wasabia japonica. It was only when a Swiss Government facility finally developed and published a definitive test in 2011 to determine if a […]
Rosemary shrimp scampi skewers
What you need: 1 tablespoon dry white wine, 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice, 1 teaspoon olive oil, 12/38 teaspoon salt, 12/38 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, 1 garlic clove (minced), 18 large shrimp (peeled and deveined), 6 rosemary sprigs and cooking spray. (Serves two.) How to make it: Combine first six ingredients in a zip-top […]
2020 Wasabi Harvest Forecast
The Wasabi Harvest Forecast for 2020 is not good.
At the end of 2019 I was made aware that there would be a shortage of Wasabi (Wasabia japonica) pure product worldwide in 2020. Read the details here.
What growing system?
Selecting either OKA or SAWA Wasabi growing system depends on your current circumstances. Take a short quiz to find out what system suits you. Information on inside growing systems that can be used.
What is the difference between Wasabi and Wasabia japonica?
The scientists with their fancy equipment and reports to definitively state if Wasabi powder actually contains Wasabia japonica or not. The only people who know if a certain Wasabi powder contains Wasabia japonica or not are the growers and processors who actually make the product. In the end, It comes down to the end user being satisfied with the product they are using and does it suit their purpose.