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Published: 20 Dec 2011
Author(s): RIRDC
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The New Plant Products, Completed Projects in 2010-2011 and Research in Progress at June 2011 contains short summaries of projects funded by the program. The New Plant Products Program aims to facilitate the development of new and emerging industries based on plant or plant products that have commercial potential for Australia.
The New Plant Products Program is divided into seven categories. These areas are:
Native Foods
Culinary herbs, spices and beverages
Extractive and fibre crops
Fruit, vegetables and nuts
Grains and pulses
Cultural and World Foods
Miscellaneous
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There is growing interest in how to optimise the cultivation conditions for Asparagopsis spp., which are crucial for its commercial production and economic viability. However,...
