Truffle Cultivation Workshop
Designed for both aspiring truffle growers and those with established orchards, this workshop provides a practical, science-based approach to successful truffle cultivation.
Whether you’re just getting started or looking to improve an existing truffière, Virginia Truffles will offer clear guidance, real-world insights, and proven techniques drawn from years of hands-on experience.
The workshop provides a detailed curriculum leveraging the latest in truffle science and technology. The 2-hour program includes a thorough technical presentation that delves into the basics of truffles, their science, the benefits of cultivating them, and our time-tested techniques based on years of experience. Participants will also have the opportunity to tour the farm and truffière at Virginia Truffles, gaining firsthand insight into practical truffle cultivation.
Content Includes:
- Site Selection & Suitability
- Site Preparation
- Infrastructure Requirements
- Reliable Seedling Source Recommendations
- Planting Techniques
- Orchard Management
- Harvesting Basics & Seasonal Expectations
The session includes a focused technical presentation followed by a guided tour of their truffière, giving you the opportunity to see these practices in action and ask questions specific to your goals.