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Fruittree nursery

It consists on theassociation of a fungus with the roots of a higher plant, it can be done naturally or it can be done artificially, this process will lead to a better reforestation.

Mycorrhization is closely related to the species and the age of the plant, so that the fungi that associate with the young plant are called primary or pioneer, while those that already associate with the adult plant are called "Late Stage" fungi, thus there is a true mycological succession.

The late ones can be associated with young trees but they will only produce fungi when the trees reach their adult stage (around 6-12 years of age, depending on the species and site conditions).

Mycorrhizal symbiosis effects

Mushroom benefits

  • Gets carbohydrates

Plant benefits

  • Increases water absorption by up to 60%
  • Resistance to drought and adverse soils
  • Assimilates vitamins and growth regulators
  • Increases P, N, K, Na, Zn absorption
  • Root protection against pathogens
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Production data:

At Hifas Foresta we have an extensive experience in the Mycorrhization field. Our plots of hybrid mycorrhizal chestnut trees are more than 30 years old. From them, we collect data annually on chestnut, wood and mushroom production. Apart from Hifas da Terra's own experience, there are many productivity studies carried out with Pinus pinaster, P. radiata. Castanea spp and Quercus rubra, which demonstrate the great mycological productivity of these species.

Results on the plant: With good mycorrhization, the plant achieves up to 30% higher growth, up to 20% increase in fruit production (in the case of chestnut trees), and mushroom production, which in many cases exceeds the value of the wood.