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New Truffle Species Discovered, Boosting North American Production

2/5/2025

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Gregory Bonito, an MSU researcher, has identified two exciting new truffle species, Tuber canirevelatum and Tuber cumberlandense, discovered by citizen scientists in Tennessee and Kentucky. With a focus on their DNA and aroma, researchers are eager to unlock their culinary potential and boost North America's truffle production, challenging Europe's dominance in the market.

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Story summary

Gregory Bonito, an MSU researcher, has identified two exciting new truffle species, Tuber canirevelatum and Tuber cumberlandense, discovered by citizen scientists in Tennessee and Kentucky. With a focus on their DNA and aroma, researchers are eager to unlock their culinary potential and boost North America's truffle production, challenging Europe's dominance in the market.