About Us
Mushroom Farmers for 3 Generations
SjW Mushrooms was started by Steven & Joanne Willemse in 2011,
Having worked across all areas of mushroom cultivation for over 35 years, Steven has a reputation as being one of the best mushroom growers in Australia.
Today, the SjW Mushrooms farms at Chevallum employ over 20 staff and produce 8 tonnes of mushrooms a week.
Twenty percent of the SjW farm's product goes to Brisbane and surrounds, as wholesale outlets throughout Queensland.
SjW also supply local Sunshine Coast businesses, leading restaurants, and Independent Supermarkets.
WHITE BUTTONS
SWISS BROWNS & FLATS
WHITE FLATS
Why Choose Us
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We have over 35 years experience and are passionate about growing only the best quality mushrooms.
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We have full control over the growing processes.
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We ‘vacuum cool’ all our mushrooms to ensure they will stay white and fresh for up to 2 weeks if stored correctly in a refrigerator.
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Increasing consumption of whole, unprocessed foods, like mushrooms, appears to decrease the risk of obesity and overall mortality, diabetes, and heart disease.
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Mushrooms also promote a healthy complexion and hair, increased energy, and overall lower weight.
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When buying mushrooms at the market or supermarket, choose ones that are firm, dry, and not bruised.
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Avoid mushrooms that appear slimy or withered.
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Store mushrooms in the refrigerator and do not wash or trim them until ready for use.
Testimonials
“I go and buy my mushrooms from here regularly. The staff are so friendly and helpful & the mushrooms are devine. Makes a huge difference to your meal when your mushrooms are so fresh. We have also got some compost from here and it was the best for our garden. If you haven't been here yet you are missing out”.
K. Harris
“I worked for SjW Mushrooms for nearly a year. The staff are friendly and happy to be there. Steve and Joanne produce an A1 product. The 'weigh up' staff who deal with the public are fantastic. Special thanks to Irene, Allison and Mai’.
A. Everett
“Beautiful, tasty, well priced mushrooms and lovely friendly people...”
N. Neal
“Steve and Jo are two of the friendliest people I have ever had the pleasure of meeting, oh and their mushrooms are some of the best I've ever had!”
A. Hart