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NZTA National Standard for the Quality of Truffle and Mushroom Seedlings
- The NZTA National Standard for the quality of truffle & mushroom seedlings relies on a detailed testing protocol involving the combination of microscope and DNA analyses targeting both the inoculum prior to its use and the whole root system of seedlings at the end of the production cycle in the nursery (1 to 2 years and up to 3 years in some cases). Quality requirements of the plant are included.
- The standard has been circulated to incorporate feedback from industry stakeholders and has been peer-reviewed by Dr G. Chevalier, a European specialist, and one of the pioneers of truffle seedling cultivation, who approved it in February 2022. The standard is similar to the one used in France by world-leading nurseries and is designed to meet the same purpose as the one currently in place in Australia.
- Seedlings are to be tested by a party independent from the nurseries and conducted by independent specialists. Testing is non-destructive. Seedlings that pass the evaluation are returned to the nurseries.
- In early 2024, the NZTA launched a Working Group involving all interested parties (producers, testers, NZTA representatives) to progress the implementation of the standard and to revise/upgrade it as required. As the industry matures the Working Group will ensure the standard maintains its relevance and efficacy for the industry.
Where to purchase truffle inoculated trees
NOTE: NZ Truffle Association is not responsible for advertisers products. We recommend that suppliers are researched (ask for references) before committing to any purchases.
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Website: https://www.021garden.co.nz/ Mobile: 021327637 We produce (Holm Oak) Quercus ilex, Cork Oak (Quercus suber) & Native Southern Beech, inoculated with (Black Truffle) Tuber melanosporum. We sell truffle infected seedlings through to larger 2-3 year old trees. We are based on the Napier Taupo Rd where we have 50 Hectares planted out in predominantly Cork Oak inoculated with black truffle, as part of our Agri-forestry farming system based in a high rainfall area 400m above Sea level. The inoculant spores are independently DNA tested for species verification, samples batches are also sent away for independent DNA testing. Trees are individually DNA tested & over 12 months old prior to sale. |
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