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NEWS

Prof. Paul Thomas (our Managing Director) has appeared on several TV programmes, radio shows and in many written articles. Specific areas of expertise include the biology, cultivation, hunting and cooking methods of the wide range of truffle species. If you would like an interview or require information for an article then please use our contact form and we would be very happy to help.

Below, our most recent news articles are displayed and our back-catalogue is open for browsing.

June 16, 2015

Kew Gardens partnership

This month has seen the start of our new research project with Kew Gardens. Kew Gardens is an internationally important botanical research and education institution with around 700 staff and the world’s largest collection of living plants. Kew’s
June 16, 2015

Truffle levy in Australia?

Australia’s having a good season with around 1.5tonnes of truffles tipped to be harvested in 2009. However, not all is rosy down-under with many sites underperforming and frustration among some farmers. This is not surprising as we’ve always maintained that you really do need real-research driven expertise on board to ensure the success of your truffle orchard.
June 16, 2015

Guidance on liming

For those of you planning on planting truffle trees on a commercial scale this autumn/winter, now is a good time to work out your liming and ground preparation plan.  This first stage is to have your soil fully tested and for those of you interested in our partnership programme, this is a completely free service we offer. We’ll check your soil conditions and work out exactly what needs to be done. If, for example, your field does need liming, we’ll also work with your local liming contractors to make sure that the right grade is used and applied in the correct manner.
June 16, 2015

Trees for schools

Here at Mycorrhizal Systems, we love trees. No really, we do… without trees, where would we collect all the truffles?
June 16, 2015

Truffles at Glastonbury

The mole and the truffle story in this months newsletter would make a lovely article for a newspaper, magazine or “…and finally” spot, so anyone wanting further information on any items in our newsletter or truffles generally, please do get in contact. Truffles have always been a media friendly subject and throughout the lifetime of Mycorrhizal Systems we’ve appeared in, and been featured on, numerous TV shows (from the Dragons Den, The One Show and What to Eat Now on the BBC to Market Kitchen, Taste and CNN
June 15, 2015

Media work

The mole and the truffle story in this months newsletter would make a lovely article for a newspaper, magazine or “…and finally” spot, so anyone wanting further information on any items in our newsletter or truffles generally, please do get in contact. Truffles have always been a media friendly subject and throughout the lifetime of Mycorrhizal Systems we’ve appeared in, and been featured on, numerous TV shows (from the Dragons Den, The One Show and What to Eat Now on the BBC to Market Kitchen, Taste and CNN
June 15, 2015

American Truffle continues to expand

Throughout the United States and Canada, the American Truffle Company (ATC- our operation in North America) has been planting orchards in partnership. Thousands of oak and filbert seedlings have just been planted in our newest orchard in North Carolina, complete with a fantastic professionally-installed irrigation system. The scientific methodology, close care and diligence that went into growing and planting the seedlings is paying off – all are doing very well in their new environment.
June 15, 2015

Grant Funding

Within the UK: this month the Forestry Commission officially open their grant applications for the establishment of native woodland (new woodland creation grant) which significantly off-sets the costs of establishing your truffle orchard. Most areas of the UK are suitable and through the partnership approach we help you every step of the way, including planting plans and grant applications.
June 15, 2015

New addition for Mycorrhizal Systems HQ

We are delighted to announce that we’ve been joined by Isianne Neve. Issi is intrigued by truffle cultivation, has a strong interest in plants and ecology and will be helping manage our databases and pushing our research forward. Issi is also likely to be one of the first people you speak to when calling- office hours for telephone calls are 9am-1pm (GMT) Monday-Friday and the contact number is +44(0)1433 659167.
  • Samantha Ellis

    From guidance in orchard establishment, tree supply and management to our own truffle distribution network, we've got all angles covered

    Samantha Ellis
    Business Development
  • Dr Paul Thomas

    Thorough and scientific methodologies, attention to detail and having a committed partner at every step of the way, is the only reliable approach to truffle cultivation

    Dr Paul Thomas
    General Director
  • Daniel Paskin

    With our own genetics lab and research sites in 23 countries, we are truly world-leading in the field

    Daniel Paskin
    Nursery Manager
July 14, 2015

Lamb with winter truffle recipe

Thinking of buying some of our truffles but wondering what to do with them? This recipe consists of a delicious roasted lamb and creamed potatoes and is similar to one we were served at the Skills for Chefs conference. It will surely impress your relatives & guests and will be a proof beyond reasonable doubt of your cooking expertise. Ingredients: Lamb : A large bunch of fresh rosemary 1 x 2kg shoulder of lamb Olive oil 1 glass of wine 1 bulb of garlic
July 14, 2015

MSL’s Research

As you are probably aware if you are a regular subscriber to our newsletters, we pride ourselves on our scientific knowledge and ground-breaking research into truffle cultivation. We have recently added a new page to our website.
July 14, 2015

Australian truffles, available now!

Fresh Australian truffles are now in stock. With a superb flavor and good maturity, these are the same species as the European black winter truffle or Perigord truffle, but are available in the summer months from orchards in Australia. These are a really rarity and are at their peak now. If you would like to order or have any questions, please do get in contact: shop@plantationsystems.com   or  +44(0)1422 844095
July 14, 2015

Australian truffles, available now

European truffles are now being grown worldwide and one of the key benefits to consumers is that fresh periogord truffles are now available in the middle of summer. We’re delighted to announce that fresh Australian-grown perigord truffles are now in season and are being distributed by ourselves across Europe. If you’d like to order some truffles, either trade or retail, or would just like to know more- we’d be delighted to hear from you. shop@PlantationSystems.com