Propozycja mikoryzacji sadzonek drzew leśnych z udziałem trufli letniej (Tuber aestivum) w Polsce

Truffles belong to the hypogeous fungi living in ectomycorrhizal symbiosis with many forest tree and shrub species. Some truffle species such as black truffle (Tuber melanosporum Vittad.) or summer truffle (Tuber aestivum Vittad.) are valuated for their smell and special taste. The confirmed occurrence of summer truffles in Poland may lead to a conclusion that cultivation of this species under Polish conditions might become an alternative to traditional truffle cultivation regions. This is of particular importance given that, in the Mediterranean countries with climate disturbances, the number of truffle fruiting bodies declines while the demand for them grows continuously. In addition to their economic value for producers, establishing truffle orchards is also beneficial with regard to nature protection. The paper presents soil and climate requirements of the summer truffle and the indispensable conditions for establishing so called "truffle orchards".