Historical summary and reference list of Spanish truffle (Tuberspp.) research (1962–2006)

Black Truffle Production, Soils and Mediterranean Woods: Spanish Research Contributions (1962-2006)

“…Since 1994 to 2006, Spanish research has produced 200 references on truffles developed in 13 centres (6 doctoral theses, 67 papers in international scientific congresses, 49 papers in Spanish scientific congresses, 7 documents on websites, 63 published articles, and at least 8 papers submitted) [19].…”

“…For these reasons, at least 13 research centers in Spain have been involved in investigation into truffle culture since 1994, and they have produced more that 217 references until 2007. This activity has shown how truffle research in Spain is now at the same level that other countries such as France [19,20]. This documentation is intended to encourage scientific collaboration between Spain and other countries involved in truffle harvest and cultivation, such as Australia, New Zealand and USA.…”

“…García-Montero et al [19] indicate that the international research over the last 10 years has been very limited in regard to studies carried out in natural environments and on plantations; only 16% of the references deal with the areas of agronomy, forestry, ecology and soil science, while 69% deal with molecular biology and biochemistry. However these authors explain that in the last 12 years, Spanish research has begun to respond to the requirements of truffle research.…”

“…Actually, Spanish production of T. melanosporum accounts for between 30% and 50% of production worldwide [20,21]. Moreover, since 1994 to 2006, Spanish research has produced at least 200 scientific references [19].…”