Frequently asked questions
What is Kojicon?
Kojicon is an annual virtual gathering of mold-based fermentation experts sharing the knowledge you need to create delicious food and drinks.
Presented by the Yellow Farmhouse Education Center, the program offers participants access to daily streamed sessions and demonstrations that explore the history of koji and its applications. They will also be invited to networking opportunities and exclusive discounts.
This conference is geared for everyone from the Koji-curious to the seasoned professional.
Is Kojicon for me?
Kojicon promises insights, techniques, and a community of like-minded individuals passionate about fermentation + food, whether you're a seasoned practitioner or a curious newcomer.
When will Kojicon 2025 tickets go on sale?
Recorded content tickets are live! To purchase, please click on the ‘Buy Kojicon Tickets’ tab above or use the link here.
Can I still access Kojicon 2025 content?
Yes, you can still access FULL recorded content from 2025 as well as 2024, 2023, 2022, and 2021. Purchase a Kojicon 2025 RC ticket to gain access to previous content, as well as access to our Discord channel.
Recorded content access will expire on November 30, 2025.
What if I miss a presentation?
During the two-week conference each year, you can tune in each day to watch live-streamed presentations that explore everything from the basics of koji making to a wide variety of applications that transform food and drinks into something special.
Registrants will receive a link to each session, where they can watch the presentation in real-time and engage with presenters through the chat feature.
Can’t make one of the sessions? No problem. The link can be viewed at any time after the original session, so you can revisit it as often as you need to.
Can I ask the presenters questions?
If watching the presentations live, attendees can communicate through the chat feature of the live stream platform. We also utilize a community channel on Discord where you can ask other attendees and presenters questions. Please email us if you would like to connect to a presenter via social media or other means!
Can I connect with other attendees?
All conference registrants will be invited to join a dedicated Community Channel. We have changed our platform from Slack to Discord. If you have purchased a Kojicon ticket, you will receive this link in your confirmation email!
This is where to connect with other conference attendees, share ideas and resources, and ask questions. Conference experts will be available to join the conversation.
who is organizing Kojicon?
Yellow Farmhouse Education Center, a non-profit farm and food-based education center in Stonington, CT, will host the conference in partnership with Rich Shih, author of Koji Alchemy. Follow the Yellow Farmhouse at @yellowfarmct for more information on its mission, work, programs, and events!
If you need to reach us, please email info@yellowfarmhouse.org.
what does my conference ticket include?
Your conference ticket includes access to all 2025 presentations, content from previous years, our Kojicon community channel, and exclusive access to giveaways held throughout the conference!
How much are kojicon 2025 tickets?
All ticket options provide the same access to the conference content and the Kojicon 2025 Community Channel on Discord (users who have purchased a ticket will receive the channel link in their confirmation email).
2025 ticket tiers will expire on March 3, 2025, and switch over to our $70 Kojicon 2025 Recorded Content Ticket option.
The Community Ticket ($35) is a reduced price ticket for those with a financial need; it does not include a T-shirt. We are able to offer a limited number of tickets at this price point because of the generosity of Sponsors and those who purchase the Supporter Ticket.
The Sustainer Ticket ($70) is the regular priced ticket and does not include a T-shirt.
The Supporter Ticket ($140) is a higher priced ticket that helps to offset the cost of Community Tickets; it also includes a T-shirt. Thank you for considering this option!
The Community Combo Ticket ($50), Sustainer Combo Ticket ($90), and the Supporter Ticket ($140) all include conference access AND a T-shirt.
How much is it to purchase Recorded content?
Kojicon recorded content can now be purchased for $70 - this includes full access to 2025 - 2021 sessions, as well as access to our NEW Discord Community Channel. To access your purchased content, please click here.
How are presenters chosen?
Kojicon, a collaborative effort between the Yellow Farmhouse Education Center and Curator Rich Shih, strives to feature a wide range of speakers engaged in Koji and mold-based fermentation practices. Our speakers bring extensive experience, having contributed to some of the world's finest restaurants, conducted research at leading culinary institutions, or studied and explored fermentation in their own personal practice. Each of them has played a crucial role in nurturing and enhancing the larger fermentation community.
The selection of Kojicon presenters is meticulously curated by our dedicated team and is based on the alignment of their work with the theme of each year's conference. Furthermore, our criteria for speaker selection encompass the following:
Demonstrates a deep knowledge and expertise in mold-based fermentation.
Commitment to the democratization of knowledge, with a willingness to share their work.
Speakers from diverse backgrounds enrich the perspectives presented at the conference.