Improving Kava production efficiency through genetics (Old ID 26574)

Forney Enterprises
Darren Crayn
Role

Principal Investigator

Description

This project aims to improve the efficiency of kava (Piper methysticum) production by helping develop a test to distinguish between ‘noble’ and ‘two-day’ kava varieties. We will assess genetic diversity in wild and cultivated samples from across Vanuatu, and look for genetic markers that are unique to one variety or the other. This will improve the ability of kava growers and processors to produce consistently high quality product to help meet growing demand internationally.

Date

01 Jul 2019 - 30 Jun 2020

Project Type

CONTRACT_RESEARCH

Keywords

Kava;crop selection;Genetics;piper methysticum (piperaceae)

Funding Body

Forney Enterprises

Amount

49000

Project Team

Natalie Dillon