Summary
Continue to assess QLD based hybrid cocoa trials to verify mature yields. Bean quality pod index trial management inputs and climate parameters will also be monitored. Mechanical pruning will be implemented and assessed. Information gathered will refine the economic case for or against cocoa production in north QLD. The pod splitting and bean separation technology developed under the current program will be commercialised.
Program
New and Emerging Plant Industries
Research Organisation
OLD ABN-The State Of Queensland Acting Through The Department of Employment, Economic Development and Innovation
Objective Summary
Continue to assess QLD based hybrid cocoa trials to verify mature yields. Bean quality pod index trial management inputs and climate parameters will also be monitored. Mechanical pruning will be implemented and assessed. Information gathered will refine the economic case for or against cocoa production in north QLD. The pod splitting and bean separation technology developed under the current program will be commercialised.
Project Code
PRJ-000592
Project Stage
Closed
Project Start Date
Friday, July 1, 2005
Project Completion Date
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Journal Articles From Project
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National Priority
An environmentally sustainable Australia
National Priority
Adoption of R&D
National Priority
NEPI-Industry building and connectivity