Rescue of Cocoa National Variety: Genetic Potential of Selection
Abstract:The research focused on fine aroma cocoa is a priority for Ecuador. The objective of this work was to identify stable, high-yielding accessions. The genetic base was based on 2222 cocoa accessions from the germplasm bank of the Tenguel Aroma Cocoa Center -Ecuador. An index was applied for selecting 150 accessions based on yield and health status. A descriptive analysis, principal component analysis by the factor extraction method between the meteorological parameters and the variables evaluated, was used. A mu… Show more
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