These are the most lucrative places for truffles!

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In the last conflict near Sremska Mitrovica, the Jelicic brothers lost their lives due to “edible gold”. The double mushroom murder shocked Serbia, although it is a public secret that there are organized groups dealing with this lucrative business. That is why the truffle is a highly valued and well hidden business.

The clash between the Jelicic brothers and Eric is just one of a series of open conflicts between collectors., and newcomers to this business are not welcome. Jelicic was killed after an argument after the Eric brothers were found collecting their truffles on the land they had rented.

Serbia is found in this natural wealth, but the places where this mushroom is found are a strictly kept secret, known only to well-informed people. There are often places where protected areas meet, such as Obedska bara or Zasavica. However, there are also privately owned forests and sites, which are another cause of conflict.

Crni the beautiful truffles

For those who do not know, there are black and white truffles. These mushrooms grow underground and only in certain areas.In addition to the fact that they differ in color, the difference in price is great. White is extremely expensive, because it is much rarer, while black has more, so its price is lower. In our country, the price of black truffles varies from 35 to 40 euros per kilo, while white truffles cost from 150 to 200 euros per kilo. In certain circumstances, the price goes up to 5,000 euros.

The huge price is backed by the fact that, in addition to the exceptional taste, truffles are also famous for their healing properties. Its specific aroma evaporates very quickly and that is why it is important that the truffle reaches the table as soon as possible, which also contributes to its high price. Truffles are a highly valued food in gastronomy because they are difficult to obtain and there is no possibility of growing them artificially.

Pigs and dogs are the best inventors

The best truffle inventors are dogs trained just for that purpose. The very act of training requires a lot of time and money, because the animals are trained not to damage the fungus during discovery. The best breeds are the Romaniolo lagoto, the Hungarian vizla and the Labrador.

Trained pigs used to hunt for truffles, but the problem is that they cannot learn not to eat mushrooms.