Truffles and the world of good they have in store for us

Go Green, Plant a Tree and Save a Life are some of the known buzz phrases to save the planet. But do you know anything about how to adopt a truffle tree and get a good return on your investment?

In this era of global warming and ecological imbalance, conscious efforts from every citizen of the world are essential to save the future generation and Mother Earth. Under these circumstances, if you can make some worthwhile investment in keeping the Earth green and secure from deforestation, it could turn out to be the perfect eco gift for many.

Adopting a truffle tree implies investing for truffles by buying shares in a truffle farm and you become a shareholder involved in this truffle business.

These are fungi. Basically, truffles are fruits of mycorrhizal fungi and grow in the roots of host trees such as hazels, oaks, holm oaks, cistus and even pines. Some of the truffle species have aroma that attracts animals. The animals dig ground to eat these fruits and as a result the spores get spread. To harvest these truffles, earlier pigs were used and now trained dogs do it. There are many species of truffles, approximately forty in number but it is Perigord truffle, black truffle, summer truffle and winter truffle that has the highest market value, while burgundy truffle and white truffle though has great demand is difficult for cultivation. The artificial plantations can produce almost 200 kg per hectare in a year.

You have to make a single payment for a share in a truffle farm. The number of shareholders is limited to the number of trees on the farm. It does not matter where in the world you may live, you do not have to be physically present to take care of the production and maintenance process that include, irrigation, weeding, pruning, harrowing and even checking soil condition to maintain the ideal ph, and required level of nutrients. Half so 50% of the truffle production of the farm will be distributed amongst the shareholders.

As the investment is made, each share holders will receive a certificate, and when the trees start producing truffles, you have the option either to take truffles or cash at the end of the season. This investment is transferrable and is quite an original gift.

These oak farm shares or truffle investment as you name it , make the perfect present for your near and dear ones, be it a Christmas gift or to send wishes in a unique way for a birthday, a marriage or anniversary. Shares in a truffle farm are quite unusual and worthy. If you are a nature lover and wants to breathe the fresh air of the countryside or enjoy a gourmet’s delight in the lap of greenery, investment in truffle farm shares seem worthwhile.

Adopting a truffle tree or a row of vine dates back to earlier days but this concept of being a part of this business is unique. Big business houses can also invest in them and can offer shares as corporate gifts to its employees or if you have a friend who loves eating farm fresh items, truffle farm shares will be the best gastronomic gift as well.