The effective April rains in the Konya Plain have brought about a mushroom harvest abundance, particularly of the truffle. For some individuals, the truffle mushroom serves as an additional source of income. It is expected that the mushroom will be sold at 500 Turkish liras per kilogram.
In recent years, the truffle, which did not grow due to the dry springs, has begun to be harvested again this year with the rainfalls. With the April rains that have been effective in many parts of the Konya Plain, the abundance of truffle has also started to be experienced. The truffle, which adorns the tables of citizens in cities such as Konya, Karaman, and Aksaray, could not be harvested due to the droughts in recent years. The rains that occurred in the spring months this year not only brought abundance to the wheat fields but also to the pastures where truffle grow.
The trade of truffle, which is protein-rich, as nutritious as red meat, and very tasty, is also being carried out. The price of truffle sold at the Melike Hatun Bazaar, also known as the Women's Market, is quite high. In previous years, the mushroom was sold at a price range of 200-250 TL per kilogram, but this year it is expected to reach up to 500 TL per kilogram. The truffle, which grows only during a certain month of the year, is particularly in high demand from Arab countries.
Unlike some other types of mushrooms, truffle is not poisonous. There are many species of truffle, and they can be added to many dishes as a meat substitute. The meals prepared with truffle are known to be quite delicious. In addition to adding flavor to dishes, truffle provide many benefits to the human body. They are used in herbal treatments and help balance cholesterol levels, boost the immune system, and are recommended for heart and vascular health. These unique features make truffle more valuable. There is a significant demand for truffle from abroad. They are not only cooked in households but also exported overseas.
