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, participants have access to daily streamed sessions and demonstrations that explore the history of koji and its applications. Participants will also be invited to networking opportunities and exclusive discounts.
This conference is geared for everyone from the Koji-curious to the seasoned professional.
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 of the sessions to 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 any time after the original session so you can also revisit 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 platform where you can ask questions of other attendees and presenters.
Can I connect with other attendees?
All conference registrants will be invited to join a dedicated Kojicon Community platform. This is the place 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 hosts the conference in partnership with Rich Shih, author of Koji Alchemy.
If you need to reach us, please email info@yellowfarmhouse.org.
what does my conference ticket include?
- access to more than 30 different virtual presentations over 14 days which you can watch live or any time afterwards, including after the conference is over
- an invitation to connect with fellow registrants and presenters over a community platform to share resources, ask questions, and connect over koji
- access to exclusive discounts
- Content from past conferences available for you to watch at your convenience. This access will expire on 12/31/24.
How much are kojicon tickets?
We have developed three ticket tiers with the aim of making the conference accessible to as many people as possible. All tiers provide the same full access to the conference.
Limited edition Kojicon t-shirts will be available for sale separately or as part of a ticket combo.
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 to enrich the perspectives presented at the conference.
We are continually on the lookout for a diverse and talented pool of speakers to contribute to upcoming conferences. If you are aware of individuals whom you believe would be a good fit, please complete this form. While submitting this form does not guarantee a spot as a conference speaker, your recommendations are highly valued as we strive to foster a vibrant and inclusive community dedicated to the art of fermentation.