Our rates
New truffle plantations: site suitability and project
This service includes a full evaluation of the site, either through an on-site visit or by remote assessment. It covers preliminary field testing and soil analysis, review of climatic data, calculation of necessary soil amendments, and a two-hour personalized video call with a detailed presentation on recommended improvements.
The final report includes climate and soil data and analysis, pre-planting actions with corrective measures and amendments, as well as recommendations on the tree host species, plantation design, irrigation, and monitoring.
Price: €1,350 for up to 5 hectares, including one soil analysis and two hours of on-site field visit.
Truffle orchard improvement
This service includes a full site assessment through an on-site visit or remote analysis, preliminary tests and soil analysis, mycorrhizal assessments, identification of improvement needs, and a two-hour personalized video call to discuss the results
The final report compiles all data and analyses, evaluates the productive potential of the plantation, identifies weaknesses, outlines necessary corrective measures, provides a work plan, and offers monitoring recommendations.
Price: €1,650 (up to 5 hectares), including one soil analysis, five mycorrhizal assessments, and three hours of on-site visit.
Support for day-to-day orchard handling and long-term care
This service requires a preliminary assessment of the plot or established plantation.
This service offers annual follow-up through on-site visits or online reviews, a personalized video consultation, ongoing support via WhatsApp or email, soil analysis, and guidance in selecting products and suppliers.
Price: €1,050 (up to 5 hectares)
Analysis of nursery plants inoculated with Tuber species
Assessment of mycorrhized seedling quality using the Fisher and Colinas method (2014 revision)
This service requires a minimum of five plants for analysis.
Price: €65 per plant
Analysis of nursery plants inoculated with Terfezia species
Assessment of root colonization and quality in nursery-grown plants, focusing on the presence and proportion of endomycorrhizal structures, following the protocols described by Gutiérrez et al. (Mycorrhiza, 2003).
This analysis involves chemical digestion, staining, and counting of at least three root subsamples per plant.
This service requires a minimum of five plants for analysis.
Price: €75 per plant
Assessment of mycorrhizal colonization in truffle plantations
This analysis identifies the mycorrhizal species present in the truffle orchard and their proportions, aiming to assess the development of truffle mycorrhizae, detect potential contaminants and their associated risk, and guide management decisions while estimating the plantation’s future productive potential.
The mycorrhizal analysis methodology has been adapted from the protocol developed by the Agri-Food Research and Technology Centre of Aragón (CITA), as described by Sánchez et al. (Mycorrhiza, 2014
This service requires a minimum of five samples for analysis.
Price: €65 per sample
Evaluation of fungal-based endomycorrhizal biostimulants
This procedure quantifies endomycorrhizal spores and vesicles within the biostimulant by means of microscopy, after sieving, extraction, and staining of its organic components.
The methodology used follows the 2022 UNE-CEN/TS 17722 and 17725 technical specifications for the analysis of plant biostimulants. These standards are applied alongside the corresponding protocols for biostimulant sampling and sample preparation.
The analysis requires five replicates per biostimulant sample, both for root staining and counting, as well as for assessing viable vesicles.
Price: 350€/sample
Other services and additional charges
The prices listed above are calculated for small plots with homogeneous soils and no significant variability in mycorrhized seedlings. Before contracting any service, it is essential to contact MicoLab to assess whether additional analyses or an expanded study may be necessary.
The final quote may include the following additional costs:
Additional 5 hectares
It includes one extra soil analysis
Price: 425 €
Additional soil analysis
For plots with significant variability or where different management practices are applied, making more than one soil analysis necessary per 5 hectares.
Price: 425 €
Videoconference time
Clients may schedule a video consultation for a preliminary project review, to speak with a MicoLab specialist, or to solve additional questions that cannot be addressed in writing.
For new project evaluations or inquiries unrelated to previously contracted services, a minimum of two hours will be billed.
Price: 175€ / hour
Report writing
All services include a standard report. If a different format is required, or if additional content or translations are needed, an extra fee will apply depending on the type and complexity of the report.
Minimum price: 75 €
International project charges
International workday
Travel, accommodation, and meal expenses are additional.
Price: 950 € / day
Climate analysis
Important for making decisions in new truffle projects or for improving existing plantations.
Based on data provided by the client.
Price: 525 €
All listed prices are indicative. Clients must contact MicoLab before the start of any service to assess and confirm the specific cost for their project.
All services include a detailed report with results, conclusions, and management recommendations.
Other services:Â feel free to contact us for a tailored estimate based on your needs.