Bamboo shoots grown and processed in Italy
Untreated and vegan – practical, versatile and delicious
Our bamboo shoots are the perfect ingredient for modern, conscious cooking.
They are untreated, 100% vegan, and ideal for wok dishes, bowls, noodles and salads.
- ✓ Untreated
- ✓ 100% vegan
- ✓ Versatile
- ✓ Great for wok dishes
- ✓ Perfect for bowls
- ✓ Suitable for noodles
- ✓ Great in salads
- ✓ Easy to combine
Our bamboo journey to Verona
We are an agricultural farm specialized in fruit growing.
Because our family has always been open to new ideas, we began our exciting bamboo story in spring 2018.
We founded Gerba OHG and in the Verona area we planted bamboo on around 20 hectares of land.
With great commitment, demanding hands-on work, and plenty of passion and curiosity, we pursue the goal of turning these plants into a bamboo forest.
We harvest the bamboo canes by cutting them individually by hand, trimming and processing them to create privacy screens or to sell them individually.
Springtime in our bamboo forest is especially exciting: it feels like a miracle when bamboo shoots sprout everywhere from the ground.
With our recipes adapted for European tastes, we bring these crunchy and healthy young shoots into the jar.
Our production
From field to jar
We plant, care for, and harvest everything ourselves – with craftsmanship, care, and experience.
Planting
01
Planting
We plant our bamboo ourselves
From the very beginning, everything is in our own hands: we plant our bamboo ourselves on our fields in the province of Verona. This is where the quality of our products begins – right in the soil, with care, experience, and genuine passion.
02
Care
We care for our plants
Our bamboo plants are cared for and monitored closely by us. With a lot of manual work, patience, and respect for nature, we create the foundation for healthy, strong shoots.
Care
Harvest
03
Harvest
We harvest ourselves
When the young bamboo shoots emerge from the ground in spring, we harvest them ourselves – fresh, carefully, and at exactly the right moment. This allows us to guarantee top quality, delicate freshness, and their signature crunchy bite.
04
Processing
Processed according to our family recipe
A small local organic producer processes our shoots with careful handcraft and professional expertise.
Processing
Tasty
Bamboo Rediscovered
Cooking with Bamboo
Creative Cooking with Bamboo
Bamboo experience
A visit to the bamboo forest – a wonderful excursion destination
Guided tours at our facility in Erbè or in Sorga in the province of Verona – especially recommended during April / May.
April / May
Groups, private & schools
With tasting
Our guided tours are ideal for organized groups, private groups or schools. Together, we walk through the bamboo forest and experience up close how this extraordinary plant grows.
You will learn everything about the processing of giant bamboo, as well as the harvesting and preparation of the shoots. We are also happy to answer the many questions that usually come up during the visit.
Afterwards, we enjoy a tasting of our products together – for a complete and authentic nature experience.
Detailed offer on request
Phone: 347 46 56 105
Our forest
Our forest habitat for many animals
Many pheasants and many hares live in our bamboo forest, and we have already spotted a fox as well. In addition, we provide a habitat for many other animals and thus contribute to the stabilisation of the local ecosystem.
FAQ
Everything you should know about bamboo shoots
Clear, modern answers to the most important questions about taste, nutrition and cultivation.
Organic & vegan
01 Are bamboo shoots germinated seeds?
No, bamboo shoots are not germinated seeds. They are the young, tender shoots that emerge from the ground.
02 Are bamboo shoots high in calories?
Bamboo shoots are low in calories and fat-free. They are made up of about 90% water and contain very little fat, which makes them ideal for a calorie-conscious diet.
Their high fiber content supports digestion and helps keep you full for longer.
03 Are bamboo shoots healthy?
Yes, they are healthy: they contain many minerals and are rich in potassium, which is important for the heart and blood pressure, as well as calcium, magnesium and iron.
They also contain various B vitamins (such as B6, B1 and B2) as well as vitamins C and E, which have antioxidant properties. Their natural silica content is beneficial for skin, hair and bones.
04 Are chemical sprays used in bamboo cultivation?
No. Fresh bamboo shoots are a pure natural product that grows without the use of pesticides.
05 What do bamboo shoots taste like?
They have a mild, nutty flavor and a crunchy texture, often compared to asparagus or artichokes.
They absorb the flavors of sauces very well and keep their characteristic crunch even after cooking.
From field to jar – carefully prepared
Production & processing
Fresh after harvest
Right after harvest, bamboo shoots are processed quickly to preserve crunch, aroma, and freshness.
Short routes and hands-on work help protect quality at every step.
Production & processing
Cleaning & prep
The shoots are thoroughly cleaned and gently prepared, so texture and flavor remain intact.
Clean, precise, and without unnecessary steps.
Production & processing
Gentle processing
With balanced recipes, we highlight the shoots’ mild, slightly nutty character—without masking it.
The result is a versatile product that keeps its signature crunch.
Production & processing
Filling & sealing
Finally, the shoots are filled into jars and sealed carefully.
So everything stays protected—for consistent quality and long-lasting enjoyment.
