In the Spotlight
Thank you to Micheal Paras of Paraphotography for photos and video. Watch more about farming in Salem County, NJ
Throwback Time!
Beni Hanna Nishikigoi is an exciting new chapter in our journey! While our first batch of koi was spawned in 2018, our story began much earlier. We have been dedicated to koi farming in New Jersey since 2001. Check out a video featuring our Mat McCann at the Old Quality Koi Farm, brought to you by Brady Brandwood!"
Do we seem familiar?
You might remember our New Jersey Koi farm from the episode when TANKED paid us a visit! Here’s a snapshot of Mat with the TANKED crew during the old FarmFun Day!
Media Highlight: The Groundbreaking Story of "Four Step Rose"
As Featured on Animal Planet’s A Pet Story (2001)
At Quality Koi Company, our dedication to the health, artistry, and preservation of Nishikigoi has occasionally made television history. One of our proudest and most memorable milestones took place in 2001, when the nation fell in love with a very special fish: "Four Step Rose."
A Medical Milestone for the Koi Community
Rose, an exquisite, high-grade Kohaku owned by our founder Joseph Zuritsky, developed a serious and mysterious growth on her side. Deeply concerned for her well-being, our team sought the finest medical minds available, ultimately partnering with the world-renowned University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine (Penn Vet). [1]
Led by pioneering aquatic veterinarian Dr. Scott Weber, the medical team performed a highly advanced, experimental surgery to successfully treat the mass. Documented step-by-step by a television crew from Animal Planet’s hit series A Pet Story, the episode broadcast the complex world of high-end aquatic medicine into millions of living rooms, demonstrating to the world that these living works of art are deeply cared-for companions. [1]
Mat McCann: The Trusted Handler
An operation this delicate required expert precision long before the first incision was made. Our very own Mat McCann served as Rose's dedicated handler and caregiver throughout the entire high-stakes process.
From managing her delicate transit to the university clinic, to monitoring her complex sedation, and carefully handling her in and out of the specialized aquatic surgical tables, Mat’s hands-on expertise ensured Rose stayed stable under pressure. His tireless efforts behind the scenes and in front of the cameras showcased the exact standard of elite, meticulous care that defines our farm to this day.
A Lasting Legacy
Rose’s story concluded as a triumphant success, proving that with the right devotion, even the most challenging aquatic health crises can be overcome. Though Rose is no longer with us, her historic journey remains an indelible part of our heritage. We carry the same passion, strict quarantine standards, and elite care into breeding the next generation of American-bred champions.
LOST FOOTAGE
This footage never got digitized by Animal Planet. If any one has a copy of this episode and would like to share it for other to see, please contact us
Big Fish, in Any Size Pond
Read the The New York Times feature discussing the farm's sprawling 43-acre setup
Majestic Koi Fish Swim the Line Between Nature and Art
Read the VICE report examining koi as living, breathing art pieces with koi breeder Mat McCann
At South Jersey koi farm, living works of art
Explore the The Philadelphia Inquirer profile detailing farm operations, mud ponds with koi breeders Mat McCann and Jennifer McCann
On Golden Ponds
See the historical NJ.com feature on the cultural appreciation and scaling value of fish raised at the facility, with koi breeder Mat McCann