Xiao Family Farm

Discover the history of our family owned farm

Family-operated Business

Xiao Family Farm is a family-operated business that has been flourishing for over two decades.

The farm’s inception traces back to 1998 when Guoping Xiao, a former professor at UBC, initiated a mushroom cultivation business. This venture eventually evolved into the established farm in 2000.

When tradition meets Innovation

Xiao Family Farm is a unique blend of tradition and innovation, where a variety of gourmet and medicinal mushrooms are cultivated. Starting from scratch, the farm faced numerous challenges, including securing capital, building operations, and navigating city hall regulations. Despite these obstacles, the commitment to mushroom cultivation and the drive to make the venture profitable prevailed. Over the years, involvement in the farm has extended to the next generation.

Oyster & King

David, one of Guoping Xiao’s children, has shown a keen interest in the business and has become increasingly involved in its operations.

In time, David founded Oyster and King, a venture designed to create a distribution network for mushrooms. This initiative embodies values that resonate with farmers and chefs alike.

Oyster and King aims to strengthen the connection between the consumers and the producers, fostering genuine engagement with all parties involved.

Passion Beyond Cultivation

At Xiao Family Farm, the cultivation of mushrooms is viewed as more than just a career or a hobby. It’s a commitment to providing high-quality products, respecting and valuing suppliers and employees, and engaging with the fascinating aspects of mycology, including nutrition and nutraceutical benefits.

Xiao Family Farm extends a warm welcome to all who wish to engage with the fascinating world of mycology.