Agriculture

Areca catechu: Betel Nut Palm Areca catechu: Betel Nut Palm- Information on growing this crop which is cultivated in East Africa, South Asia and the Pacific Islands. Off-Site Resource on Nuts and Fruit Off-Site Resource on Nuts and Fruit- Links to resources on nut tree growing and nut tree cultivars. Brazil Nuts Brazil Nuts- The Brazil Nut Project, initiated by the Amazon Conservation Association, aims to integrate field research with better management policies so as to increase the viabi… Hazelnuts: Current Production Research Hazelnuts: Current Production Research- Information from the Oregon Hazelnut Marketing Board on their research including their hazelnut breeding program, the micro-propagation of … Restoring the American Chestnut Tree Restoring the American Chestnut Tree- Information on the breeding of chestnut trees resistant to chestnut blight by the process of back crossing. Macademia Nut Grower Fact Sheet Macademia Nut Grower Fact Sheet- Information on all aspects of cultivating this crop, with special reference to New Zealand. The Brazil Nut Industry: Past, Present and Future The Brazil Nut Industry: Past, Present and Future- Article by Scott A. Mori on Bertholletia excelsa, its natural history, the harvesting of the nuts from the Amazonian forests and… Australia’s Most Delicious Bush Nut: Macademia Nuts Australia’s Most Delicious Bush Nut: Macademia Nuts- Information on these nuts, their history, distribution, cultivation, nutritional benefits and uses. Nut Trees Nut Trees- Information on several different types of nut tree suitable for growing in Ontario. Start a Nut Orchard Start a Nut Orchard- Information from the Society of Ontario Nut Growers on all aspects of establishing and caring for nut trees. Nuts with Commercial Potential for America's Heartland Nuts with Commercial Potential for America's Heartland- Information on site requirements and suitable cultivars for the cultivation of filberts, chestnuts and walnuts. Mango Mango- Photographs and information on this tree, its history, biology, cultivation requirements and the fruit as a food. Mango: Post-harvest Operations Mango: Post-harvest Operations- Provides information on harvesting, packinghouse operations, cooling system, storage, transportation system and processing. Mango Cultivation Mango Cultivation- A draft work on mango fruit tree management and cultivation. Mango Resources Mango Resources- Online information about botany, cultivars, and the cultivation and economy of mangoes, particularly in India. Jamaican Mangoes Jamaican Mangoes- Includes list of Jamaican varieties and a chemical analysis of fruit. Julia F. Morton's "Fruits of Warm Climates": Mango Julia F. Morton's "Fruits of Warm Climates": Mango- A chapter covering history of cultivation, botanical description, comparison of varieties, and nutrient content of fruit. Fig Fig- A detailed account of the tree's uses, origin, botany and cultivation. From 'Fruits of Warm Climates' by Julia Morton. Growing Blackcurrants Growing Blackcurrants- Information on growing this fruit, the choice of varieties and planting and care of bushes, with an illustrated section on propagation. The Currant Company: Growing Currants The Currant Company: Growing Currants- Information on planting the bushes, caring for them, harvesting the crop and a useful illustrated section on diseases and insects. Currant and Gooseberry Diagnostic Tool Currant and Gooseberry Diagnostic Tool- Detailed illustrated information on disease, insect and other problems affecting these fruit. How to Grow Gooseberies How to Grow Gooseberies- Information on growing this fruit, the choice of varieties and planting and care of bushes. International Cocoa Initiative International Cocoa Initiative- Partnership between NGOs, labour unions, cocoa processors and the major chocolate brands with the aim of changing the way cocoa is grown. Witch’s Broom and Frosty Pods: Threats to World Cacao Production Witch’s Broom and Frosty Pods: Threats to World Cacao Production- Article by Gareth Griffith on these two pathogens that have caused havoc in the cacao industry. International Cocoa Germplasm Database International Cocoa Germplasm Database- Information on ICGD, based at the University of Reading, UK. Cocoa Producers' Alliance Cocoa Producers' Alliance- Intergovernmental organization founded by Ghana, Nigeria, Brazil, Ivory Coast and Cameroon, aiming to exchange information, increase cooperation, mainta… About Cocoa About Cocoa- Information on growing this tropical tree with illustrated instructions for its propagation by budding. Also instructions for harvesting the crop and rejuvenating old… Theobroma cacao: The Tree of Life Theobroma cacao: The Tree of Life- Photographs and information on the history of this tree, the necessary climate for its growth, the varieties available and its propagation. The Food of the Gods: A Popular Account of Cocoa The Food of the Gods: A Popular Account of Cocoa- Online illustrated book by Brandon Head on cocoa, its growth and cultivation, its manufacture and history. World Cocoa Foundation World Cocoa Foundation- This organisation aims to encourage responsible sustainable cocoa farming and raise farmers’ incomes. Citrus Research and Education Center Citrus Research and Education Center- University of Florida research, teaching and extension center devoted to citrus, addressing issues in horticulture, pests and diseases, and p… NSW Department of Primary Industries: Citrus NSW Department of Primary Industries: Citrus- Collection of articles by Australian governmental agency on cultivating citrus, pests and diseases, soil management, and managing fru… Dwarfing Citrus Trees using Viroids Dwarfing Citrus Trees using Viroids- Information on research in Australia into using graft-transmissible dwarfing budlines to control tree size in high density citrus plantings. Citrus Research International Citrus Research International- Description of the research projects, the facilities and services offered and contact details. Citrus Varieties and Rootstocks Citrus Varieties and Rootstocks- Species descriptions and cultivation practices. Texas Citrus Texas Citrus- Information and resources for citrus growers. The Ultimate Citrus Page The Ultimate Citrus Page- Information and links regarding anything citrus related, from agriculture to weather. Growing Raspberries and Blackberries Growing Raspberries and Blackberries- Details on growing these cane fruits, including site selection, training and pruning. Assured Produce Protocol for Cane Fruit Assured Produce Protocol for Cane Fruit- Producing crops in accordance with these standards allows growers to sell produce to any supermarket or processor in the UK. Information o… Weed Control in Strawberries and Raspberries Weed Control in Strawberries and Raspberries- Information on the timing of herbicide applications and the products that are suitable for these crops. How to Grow Raspberry Canes How to Grow Raspberry Canes- Information on the cultivation of this fruit, the planting, support and care of canes, choice of varieties and pests and diseases. Growing your Blackberry Cane Growing your Blackberry Cane- Information on the cultivation of this fruit, the planting and care of canes, choice of varieties, propagation and pests and diseases. Growing Raspberries Growing Raspberries- Plenty of information on cultivating this crop, recommended varieties, planting and growing, pruning, harvesting, diseases and other problems. Growing Blackberries Growing Blackberries- Information on cultivating these fruit including planting, varieties and harvesting, with some recommended books. Bananas.org Bananas.org- Homepage of the International Banana Society. Provides a wiki, gallery and extensive forums for members from around the world to discuss growing bananas, banana econo… Banana Banana- Factsheet on the cultivation of this crop with special reference to California. Banana Banana- Information from Wikipedia on this fruit, including its description, world trade, cultivation, pests and diseases and importance as a food for local consumption. Banana Bioversity International Banana Bioversity International- This organization works to increase productivity of banana and plantain grown on smallholdings for domestic consumption and for local and export m… Banana Banana- Describes the origin, growth, cultivars, cultivation, and uses of the eating banana. From 'Fruits of Warm Climates'. Musa as Famine Foods Musa as Famine Foods- Lists some of the food use of less familiar members of the Musaceae eaten only in extreme circumstances.