Our Team

Expert Contributors

Our content is created by leading experts in mycology, culinary arts, agricultural science, and market analysis. Each contributor brings years of specialized experience to ensure our readers receive accurate, authoritative information.

Dr. Elena Marchetti

Lead Mycologist

Dr. Marchetti holds a PhD in Mycology from the University of Turin and has spent over 20 years researching truffle ecology and species identification. She has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals and serves as a consultant to truffle cultivation operations across Europe.

Species IdentificationTruffle EcologyCultivation Research

Prof. James Thornton

Agricultural Science Advisor

Professor Thornton is a soil scientist and truffle cultivation expert at the University of Melbourne. His research focuses on the soil chemistry and mycorrhizal relationships essential for successful truffle farming. He advises truffières across the Southern Hemisphere.

Soil ScienceTruffle CultivationMycorrhizal Research

Marco Rossi

Culinary Director

Chef Marco Rossi trained at Alma International School of Italian Cuisine and has worked in Michelin-starred restaurants across Italy and France. He specializes in truffle gastronomy and teaches professional cooking techniques for working with fresh truffles.

Culinary TechniquesRecipe DevelopmentWine Pairing

Dr. François Dupont

Market Analyst

Dr. Dupont is an agricultural economist who has tracked truffle markets for over 15 years. He provides market intelligence, pricing analysis, and forecasting for industry stakeholders. His reports are widely cited in trade publications.

Market AnalysisPrice ForecastingSupply Chain

Sofia Bianchi

Contributing Editor

Sofia is an award-winning food journalist who has covered truffle culture for publications including La Cucina Italiana and Gambero Rosso. She brings stories of truffle hunters, traditions, and regional gastronomy to life through her vivid writing.

Truffle CultureRegional TraditionsFood Journalism

Interested in Contributing?

We welcome submissions from qualified experts in mycology, truffle cultivation, culinary arts, and related fields. All contributions undergo rigorous editorial review.

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