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Sylvan introduces SPX 281: a Sustainable, Sporeless Oyster Mushroom


Langeais, France – Sylvan is proud to announce the launch of its latest exotic mushroom strain, the SPX 281 oyster mushroom. Developed through our proprietary Oyster Breeding Program, this innovative, patented strain sets a new standard for sustainability and efficiency in mushroom cultivation.

A game-changer for growers and consumers

The SPX 281 sporeless oyster mushroom is a first-generation strain designed to offer unparalleled benefits to both producers and consumers. This brown, creamy, sporeless variety features a flatter, larger cap with significantly shorter stems, leading to:

  • Reduced waste and higher yields
  • Longer shelf life and enhanced flavour, improving the culinary experience
  • Elimination of spores, safeguarding pickers from respiratory risks and preventing spore-related contamination

Sustainability and efficiency in cultivation

The SPX 281 crops mature quickly, allowing for an additional harvest per year while minimizing the risk of pest infestations. It thrives in warmer conditions, reducing the need for excessive cooling and promoting energy conservation. Additionally, its flat shape reduces packaging requirements, aligning with our commitment to sustainability.

At Sylvan, we provide solutions that enhance production efficiency while supporting environmental responsibility. The SPX 281 sporeless oyster mushroom is more than just an innovation – it’s a step towards a greener, more sustainable future. For cultivation guidance and growing tips, contact your local CropCare consultant today.

Sylvan delivers excellent quality of spawn and provide great crop care support

Sylvan has been our invaluable partner in sporeless Pleurotus spawn for over a decade. With their exceptional support, we have scaled our Oyster production in Greece to become one of Europe’s largest integrated producers. Sylvan’s top-quality sporeless spawn and their high level of technical assistance have been crucial to our success.

Athanasios Kechagias, Owner Kechagia, Greece

Four generations of strong partnership

Sylvan and Basciani have been doing business together for four generations.  My grandfather, father, brothers and I; and now, our kids are partnering with Sylvan America too. Sylvan’s niche is their knowledge of the industry’s past combined with their innovative ideas for the future.  What I most like about Sylvan, is that their teams and experts care about the relationships. They make our family feel comfortable and we enjoy exchanging ideas with them.  We both share the same goals: to produce quality products and a lot of them.

Michael J. Basciani Sr., CEO and President of the Basciani Group of Companies, USA

Trusting Sylvan for top quality

With Sylvan, I can sleep at night! We are A15 (white strain) and Bavarian (chestnut strain) growers, we wouldn't use anything else, and our customers love our quality!

Nghia Le, Head Grower at Farmers Fresh Mushroom Co, Canada

Sylvan’s red yeast rice: 20 years of quality!

Sylvan’s all natural, organic red yeast rice has been a best seller at GNC for over 20 years.  Sylvan’s quality, reliability and consistency is unsurpassed..

Mark Butera, GNC Vice President Merchandising, USA

Sylvan's way of working and thinking was key to our production success

Sylvan’s R&D centre was instrumental in our early development, and we could rely on their support and quality from day one. The Sylvan Team displayed a “no job is too small or too big” mentality which is a necessary and foundational quality for innovation in a new industry, such as mycelium production in the case of Bosque Foods.

Quentin Loth, Managing Director & Head of Production Bosque Foods, Germany