{"product_id":"oyster-mushroom-pink-ready-to-fruit-block","title":"Oyster Mushroom 'Pink' - 2.2KG Ready To Fruit Block","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe most theatrical of the oyster range. Pink Oyster (\u003cem\u003ePleurotus djamor\u003c\/em\u003e) erupts from the block in vivid coral-pink clusters that demand attention — at a farmers market, in a restaurant display, or in any visual medium. It's a warm-weather specialist that thrives in Queensland's summer conditions when most cool-season varieties are resting, making it a valuable seasonal addition to any year-round commercial growing schedule.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYield and harvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Expect 400–500g on first flush, with up to 4 harvests per block. Pink Oysters pin fast and develop rapidly — often fully developed within 5–7 days of pinning. Harvest at peak colour before the edges curl and the pink fades; once cut, hold 2–3 days refrigerated. More delicate post-harvest than pearl varieties — handle gently and turn over quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn the kitchen:\u003c\/strong\u003e Raw, Pink Oysters have a distinctive floral, slightly fruity aroma. Cooked hot and fast in a dry or buttered pan, they develop a savoury, bacon-like depth that surprises first-time users. Excellent in Asian noodle dishes, tacos, and anywhere visual impact is as important as flavour. Colour fades with heat — best showcased where raw colour can be captured before cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22–30°C, moderate to high humidity. Pink Oysters actively prefer Queensland summer heat and will perform poorly below 18°C. \u003cem\u003eSeasonal variety — available from September 2026.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eExpress post and bulk ordering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe strongly recommend express post during summer months to minimise heat exposure in transit. Add the \u003cstrong\u003eExpress Post Addon\u003c\/strong\u003e to your order with a quantity matching your block count. Orders of 4 or more blocks of an individual variety are made to order and may take up to 2 weeks (3 weeks for Pioppino and Reishi). We'll confirm your estimated shipping date once the order is placed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose Kai Kai Farm commercial blocks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're not resellers — we're growers. Every block is prepared, sterilised, and colonised right here at Kai Kai Farm on Tamborine Mountain, using methods refined through years of commercial gourmet and medicinal mushroom production. Consistent performance batch-to-batch, verified contamination-free cultures, and full transparency from substrate to shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStorage and handling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you can't fruit immediately, store in a cool, dark place under 18°C for up to 2 weeks. Handle gently — the mycelium is alive and ready to fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall commercial farms and start-ups. Market gardeners and farm-to-table producers. Home growers scaling up. Restaurants and chefs looking to harvest unique produce on-site. Workshops and educational demonstrations.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kai Kai Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51590071550263,"sku":"BL-OY-PK","price":24.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0791\/2040\/0695\/files\/Pink_Oyster_On_Masters_Mix.webp?v=1781066349","url":"https:\/\/kaikaifarm.au\/products\/oyster-mushroom-pink-ready-to-fruit-block","provider":"Kai Kai Farm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}