Near T2T haplotype-resolved genomes of cacao (Theobroma cacao) variety CCN51 [PDF]
Scientific DataAs a cornerstone of the global chocolate industry, cacao cultivation supports millions of livelihoods. The modern hybrid variety CCN51 is the most widely planted cultivar in Latin America, valued for its exceptional yield, broad disease resistance, and ...
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Changes in Gene Expression in Leaves of Cacao Genotypes Resistant and Susceptible to Phytophthora palmivora Infection [PDF]
Frontiers in Plant Science, 2022 Black pod rot, caused by Phytophthora palmivora, is a devastating disease of Theobroma cacao L. (cacao) leading to huge losses for farmers and limiting chocolate industry supplies. To understand resistance responses of cacao leaves to P. palmivora, Stage
Bryan Bailey, David Lary, Shahin S Ali
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Witches’ broom resistant genotype CCN51 shows greater diversity of symbiont bacteria in its phylloplane than susceptible genotype catongo [PDF]
BMC Microbiology, 2018 Background Theobroma cacao L. (cacao) is a perennial tropical tree, endemic to rainforests of the Amazon Basin. Large populations of bacteria live on leaf surfaces and these phylloplane microorganisms can have important effects on plant health. In recent
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Identification of potential maturity indicators for harvesting cacao [PDF]
Heliyon, 2020 Cocoa production is a complex process where the conditions of the raw materials decisively impact the final quality of the product. Three universal clones (CCN51, ICS95, and TSH565) from the Department of Huila in Colombia were evaluated to characterize ...
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Physicochemical characterization of the pod husk of Theobroma cacao L. of clones CCN51, FEAR5, and FSV41 and its agroindustrial application. [PDF]
Heliyon, 2023 In cocoa production, the harvest and postharvest processes tend to generate residues that, if not properly treated or disposed of, become a source of pests or diseases for the crop and the farmer. The residues are environmental contaminants, which are equivalent to 70%-80% of the total fruit (husk, placenta, leachates).
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Antioxidant activity, total polyphenol content and methylxantine ratio in four materials of Theobroma cacao L. from Tolima, Colombia [PDF]
Heliyon, 2022 The International Cocoa Organization recognized Colombian cocoa as ''fine aroma,'' but in recent years, clone CCN 51 has grown in popularity, widely due to its high yield.
Juan G. Borja Fajardo +4 more
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Rootstock-Mediated Genetic Variance in Cadmium Uptake by Juvenile Cacao (Theobroma cacao L.) Genotypes, and Its Effect on Growth and Physiology [PDF]
Frontiers in Plant Science, 2021 Grafting typically offers a shortcut to breed tree orchards throughout a multidimensional space of traits. Despite an overwhelming spectrum of rootstock-mediated effects on scion traits observed across several species, the exact nature and mechanisms ...
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Cacao floral traits are shaped by the interaction of flower position with genotype [PDF]
HeliyonUnderstanding the factors influencing cacao flower morphology and abundance is essential for optimizing productivity. This study investigated the influence of vertical flower position and associated environmental and physiological gradients on these ...
Seunghyun Lim +8 more
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A Crop Modelling Strategy to Improve Cacao Quality and Productivity [PDF]
Plants, 2022 Cacao production systems in Colombia are of high importance due to their direct impact in the social and economic development of smallholder farmers. Although Colombian cacao has the potential to be in the high value markets for fine flavour, the lack of
Angela Patricia Romero Vergel +4 more
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Cacao pod transcriptome profiling of seven genotypes identifies features associated with post-penetration resistance to Phytophthora palmivora [PDF]
Scientific ReportsThe oomycete Phytophthora palmivora infects the fruit of cacao trees (Theobroma cacao) causing black pod rot and reducing yields. Cacao genotypes vary in their resistance levels to P.
Indrani K. Baruah +6 more
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