J&W Farm
SIZE:
10 acres
YEARS IN BUSINESS:
6 years
PRODUCTS:
Asian vegetables - one choy, Malabar spinach, tong ho, garlic chives
MARKETS:
Wholesale, local distributors
COUNTY:
San Benito
Zhijin Feng’s family run farm produces one of the largest supplies of the Asian leafy green, Ong choy (water spinach) to markets and distributors throughout the Bay Area. Operating on a modest 10-acre leased plot, Zhijin’s mission is to continually optimize the overall management of growing their produce and wants to proactively cultivate his products more effectively and efficiently as time goes on.
Specializing in Chinese vegetable production, Zhijin’s farm prioritizes the cultivation of two primary crops: Ong choy or water spinach and Malabar spinach. Ong choy holds a significant presence in the market, driving the farm’s production efforts. Zhijin’s expertise extends to year-round cultivation of Malabar spinach, emphasizing its exceptional qualities as a low-maintenance, high-yielding crop that thrives with minimal intervention, especially when properly fertilized. Additionally, Tong ho or edible chrysanthemum and garlic chives are grown, albeit with lower market demand, showcasing the farm’s diverse yet strategic approach to crop selection.