Project Number: 1275-21220-007-08
Project Type: Specific C/A

Start Date: Jun 01, 2003
End Date: Jun 01, 2008

Objective:
FUNPAB/CEPLAC (Cooperator) and the USDA, ARS, agree to cooperate in a research program on the following: 1) To assess the genotypic differences in cacao for macro-micronutrients-use efficiency at varying abiotic/biotic stresses. 2) To develop improved forumulations and application methods of biocontrol agents and fungicides. 3) To collect soils samples from Nelder Fan and cabrucca cacao field studies for determination of soil quality factors and shipping selected samples to USA.

Approach:
1) Macro-micronutrient research for nutrient use efficiency in cacao genotypes will be carried out in cooperation with researchers of Almirante Cacao Research Center at abiotic and biotic stresses that are prevalent in Brazil. 2) Effects of the microclimatic variation on the antagonistic interaction between the biocontrol agent and witches' broom. 3) As per the agreed protocol collect the soil samples from Nelder Fan and cabruca studies to determine soil physical, chemical and biological properties.