Plant breeders don’t start from scratch. Rather, their work involves tapping into existing lineages, crossing varieties and teasing out desirable traits until they’ve selected their way to something familiar but ultimately new. Our little Lodi squash, bred by Michael Mazurek, is the perfect example. Since creating the beloved Koginut, prized for its velvety texture and rich nutty flavor, Michael has continued to innovate, selecting new breeding lines from the original hybrid. This little squash consistently stood out from the pack, delivering the same signature depth of flavor and velvety texture of its predecessor.

Seed is a crop, too, and where they are grown matters. Our Lodi squash seeds were produced organically in Oregon. These methods create strong, resilient plants capable of fending for themselves. Stronger plants literally are tastier plants. Want to grow your own Lodi squash?