The container tree nursery manual ctnm consists of seven volumes, all under the same series numberusda agricultural handbook 674. Nursery practices should be geared to produce really well grown and vigorous seedlings free from major pests and diseases. Seedlings of 60 cm height should be ready for transplantation in main filed. For successful germination of seeds and plant growth proper soil mix must be ready and maintained in the nursery. Cocoa farming an overview 2 theobroma cacao cocoa the principle ingredient in chocolate comes from the cacao tree, which is grown on millions of small, family run farms worldwide. Cocoa nursery manual philippines june 2011 pdf, 12. Usda life iii consulting service for cocoa nursery. These seeds can be raised in nursery beds with required shade.
Part i provides a general introduction to the crop. However, careful attention to the selection of a permanent nursery site will amply repay all the effort expended. It will be used to guide cocoa plant production under the cocopal program funded by the usda. Plant nursery information for beginners agri farming. Purpose new, improved, variety cocoa nursery development and agroforestry systems resource and training project ghana approved by the efico fund on 08122010 location volta region, togo plateau description environmental degradation and economic depression is addressed by setting up a sustainable agricultural practices training program. The program leverages private sector engagement support to cocoa and food crop productivity and marketing through nine matching grants to wcf company members. Product theobroma cacao, the scientific name of cacao, literally translates as food of the gods in greek. The nursery must have sufficient stock of sand, red or black soil, sphagnum mass, peat moss, vermiculite.
Procedures in seed germination remove the mucilage that cover the seeds by. The manual was prepared for the use of supervisors of the forestry departments nurseries but we hope that others who are engaged in establishing and operating tree nurseries will also find it a useful guide for good tree nursery practices. Use only churchproduced resources in the nursery class. Cocoa planting material production, cpcri by kisan forum. First, looking at vegetable seedling nursery establishment, it is said in food production circles that the success of any production system depends on the kind of seed we are sowing, so is it with seedlings. Cocoa is a crop of humid tropics and so it was introduced as a mixed crop in india in areas where the environments suit the crop. The nursery produces young cocoa plantlets for the establishment of plantations. The cocoa nursery project is an initiative of the cocoa board of papua new guinea. Request for applications rfa for fixed obligation grants application deadline.
In addition to the activities in this manual, you can use games, pictures, songs, stories, and other activities from church magazines. July 2002 ii users feedback solicited the authors welcome suggestions for additions to this manual and for changes in the materials included in this edition and will include such changes in the next edition. Sometimes the young seedlings do not grow well and do not gain much height. Cacao tree and cocoa tree introduction cacao has a rich and interesting history as a food and its usage dating back thousands of years. Usda life iii consulting service for cocoa nursery establishment and seedling production in six 6 counties. California nursery stock certificate guidelines for suspension or revocation. Tropical island nursery 560 s plumosa st, merritt island, florida 32952 rated 4. Farmer training guide on icpm cocoa cambium the layer of tissue between the wood and the innermost bark of a tree canker a spot where the bark and cambium tissue is damaged or dead because of an infection caused by black pod fungus chupon vertical stem or shoot water shoot epiphyte a type of plant e. Manual on nursery practices incorporates ideas and experiences based on local conditions. The production belt span from lofa county, bong county, to grand gedeh counties.
Cocoa is also called as cacao derives from the spanish word cacao and this is mainly grown for its bean from which cocoa solids and cocoa butter are extracted. General background acdivoca is implementing a three year monetization agreement from united states. Purpose new, improved, variety cocoa nursery development and agroforestry systems resource and training project ghana approved by the efico fund on 08122010 location volta region, togo plateau description environmental degradation and economic depression is addressed by setting up a sustainable agricultural practices training. Wcf cocoa livelihoods program 2015 annual report executive summary phase ii of the world cocoa foundation wcf cocoa livelihoods program clp began on february 1, 2014. Much of the cocoa in solomon islands is not properly managed and yields are low.
The philippines has no significant contribution to the worlds cocoa supply at present. The success of a cocoa farm to a larger extent will depend on a good planting material. Emanual on advances in cashew production technology. Farmers knowledge in cocoa nursery establishment upgraded. The forest nursery manualbareroot 1984 forest nursery manual presents stateofart information about current barerootnursery practices and research in the northwestern united states and canada. Cdfa plant health nursery inspection procedures manual. At one point in central america, cacao was so ubiquitous that it.
July 2002 ii users feedback solicited the authors welcome suggestions for additions to this manual and for changes in the materials included in this edition. It is one of the prerequisites for a successful plantation and it helps to avoid the high mortality. Drip irrigation systems, nursery irrigation system. A guide to trade practices international trade centre. In seed propagation of cocoa, seeds should be treated with ash or lime. Oct 08, 20 to available materials, resources and budgets. Download cocoa nursery manual philippines june 2011 pdf, 12. Cb162 page 1 manual of best known practices in cocoa production 1. There is really no substitutes for starting off with really well nursed planting materials. Cocoa varieties at cpcri regional station, vittal cocoa research started with. This manual envisages the scientific nursery techniques to be followed for cocoa planting material production. Shipping guide for nurseries and seed firms using nursery stock certificates.
This current manual draws heavily from the cocoa nursery manual of success alliance vietnam, september 2007, but with modifications for the conditions and practices as used in the philippines. Cacao nursery manual the gift farm by puentespina farms. Nursery and field experiments at cocoa research institute of ghana, were laid out in completely randomised. Seedlings must have great medium for rooting, nutrient supply, and firm to hold the seedling. Jul 16, 2019 the success of a cocoa farm to a larger extent will depend on a good planting material. Ipm and organic agriculture are based on the same agroecological. Many other tree species produce recalcitrant seeds. Cocoa can be a rewarding crop for smallholder families to grow if the right management practices are applied. Titel learning about neighbour trees in cocoa growing systems a manual for farmer trainers author richard asare cover photos left. Drip irrigation systems the most efficient method of irrigation, drip irrigation uses up to 70% less water compared to flood irrigation and can more than double your crop yield.
A training manual for field officers world cocoa foundation. Design your own customized setup with our new drip irrigation system. Theobroma cacao cacao and many dipterocarps shorea, hopea, palaquium, etc. In liberia, cocoa is produced in many parts of the country. The world cocoa requirements is supplied by the equatorial regions of the world. Nursery and field experiments at cocoa research institute of ghana, were laid out in. Pdf on dec 1, 2016, prasanna h s and others published nursery manual on cocoa find, read and cite all the research you need on. Wcf cocoa livelihoods program 2015 annual report executive. The nursery class should help the children increase their understanding of and love for heavenly father and jesus christ, have positive experiences in a church setting, and grow in feelings of self. Save water, increase fertilizer efficiency and grow healthier crops with our drip irrigation system. Guide describing trade and industry practices, as well as regulations applying to cocoa traces customs procedures, systems and techniques used at each stage of the cocoa supply chain. He has a plantation, nursery, and training camp at brgy. Cocoa planting material production, cpcri by kisan forum pvt.
Chapter 2 nurserysite selection, layout, and development. To avoid this, water the beds before lifting the seedlings. You can grow your cocoa farm from the seed directly or seedling. Climatesmart agriculture in cocoa a training manual for field officers world cocoa foundation.
The project idea came about after cocoa board as the lead cocoa agency saw the need and the opportunity to expand and progress the cocoa industry in papua new guineapng. Advantages of settingup a nursery there are many advantages for settingup nursery for forest tree species, some tree species produced very fine seeds, e. Nursery manuals reforestation, nurseries and genetics resources. Vegetable seedling nursery establishment and management. Cocoa beans are collected from healthy ripe pods and planted into nursery bags filled with clean topsoil care should be taken not to introduce seed or soil. Cocoa beans are mainly used in the production of chocolate, cocoa powder and cocoa butter whereas cocoa butter is also used in the cosmetic. Suggested letter of transmittal for nursery stock certificates. The purpose of the nursery class is to help children learn the restored gospel of jesus christ and live it. Training modules corrected cocoa research institute. Cocoa varieties at cpcri regional station, vittal cocoa. For several reasons, it is essential that cocoa farmers apply best known practices in cocoa.
Cocoa seedling nurseries should be located near the proposed cocoa farm, should have access to water, and be secure from pigs. So, healthy seedlings grown in a wellmanaged nursery will decide the yield and consequently the profits. This manual will show the basic techniques and practices that will help students, farmers and nursery establishers operators to achieve success. Contents introduction introduction organizationofthisdocument seealso 14 chapter1 whatiscocoa. Cacao is a fastgrowing tropical forest plant, capable of being cultivated in association with other trees, and providing additional goods like timber and firewood, fruits, construction materials, honey, resin, medicine and materials for ritual ceremonies. Tailored for key intervention points in the value chain activity 1. Learning about neighbour trees in cocoa growing systems. Nayak 32 40 5 establishment and management of cashew orchards j. Here is kahlil carazos article entitled are these the best craft chocolate bars in the philippines. We recommend you do it with the cocoa seedlings from a good cocoa nursery establishment. The name theobroma cacao was first given to the cocoa tree by carolus linnaeus the father of modern day taxonomic plant classification. Thanks for reading and we hope to have shone some rays of sunshine your way.
The container tree nursery manual reforestation, nurseries. When the seedlings are lifted from the nursery bed, the roots may break and little earth remains around the roots. Each volume contains chapters on closely related subjects concerning the production of tree and woody shrub seedlings in containers. It is grown as an under storey intercrop with sufficient shade in. Cocoa nursery introduction cocoa theobroma cocoa is one of the most essential cash crops grown in liberia and is an important foreign exchange product earner. Sections of this manual may only be reproduced or adapted after specific permission of world cocoa foundation and rainforest alliance.
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