The general principles of truffle growing are universal. There will always be variables, depending on hemisphere, climate zone, soil type and elevation, however there are non-negotiable factors that apply to all situations. When we refer to non-negotiables, we mean the most important aspects of truffle growing. These principles can’t be ignored or changed, and areRead More
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Autumn maintenance for Tuber melanosporum
Autumn maintenance for Tuber melanosporum, is important, particularly in terms of preparing for the new harvest season. Irrigation When we reach the autumn months, our psyche naturally tells us to relax a little in terms of irrigation, now that the summer heat is behind us. The definition between seasons however, is not what it onceRead More
Record Truffle Season of 2017
Summer Irrigation – A Key Factor The Australian 2017 French black truffle season, was by all accounts, extremely successful in terms of yield and quality. As an industry consultant, my research includes communicating with growers from a range of productive regions on a regular basis. This year, the feedback was overwhelmingly similar, reporting increases inRead More
Truffle Farm Bio Security
Post harvest season on a truffle farm is often a time of heightened activity, so bio security should be top of mind. What is bio security? Truffle farm bio security means taking measures to protect your plantation. Threats from the introduction of potentially invasive pests, diseases, and weeds as well as unwanted competing fungi areRead More