When Lucille Groulx started her truffle farm in Wendover, Ontario in 2015, she was using truffles she had imported from France. It was only later that she realized a rare, indigenous variety of this delicious delicacy had been previously present on her land. The native truffle found on the Domaine du Roi farm belongs to the Tuber rufum family, a type of truffle that is almost found worldwide, including various local indigenous varieties.
Initially, she had opted for Burgundy truffles and made a trip to France to bring some back to Canada. Groulx believed that Burgundy truffles were well-suited to the Ontario climate and would help protect the oak and hazelnut trees on her farm from diseases. However, while digging for truffles, she was surprised to stumble upon a different, flavorful intruder.
In French, she stated, "I planted Burgundy truffles, and then I found another truffle. You know, you plant red potatoes, and you find white potatoes. Truffles have a unique genetic makeup."
Groulx, a former pharmacy technician, hurried to analyze the truffle to ensure it was safe for human consumption. A laboratory at the University of Florida confirmed in January of the past year that not only was the truffle safe to eat, but it also possessed a unique DNA sequence and distinctive natural chemical compounds.

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