Nut characterization of dwarf coconut cultivars as quality determinants for increased industrial utilization and commercialization
2009
Gregorio, G.L. | Launio, F.D. | Albaladejo, J.A., Capiz State Univ., Mambusao, Capiz (Philippines). Research, Development and Extension Center
The study was conducted at the Coconut Breeding Trials Unit (CBTU) of the Capiz State University, Mambusao, Capiz [Philippines] during the last quarter of 2007 to document the nut characteristics of dwarf coconut cultivars as quality determinants for industrial utilization and commercialization. Specifically, it attempted to describe the nuts in terms of their husk, shell, meat, and liquid endosperm characteristics, and VCO [virgin coconut oil] production-related attributes of the cultivars, and determine the specific use for which the varieties best exhibit characteristics for product development. Three matured nuts were sampled for evaluation from standing trees of the 22 dwarf varieties in the project. Among others, the data collected included the physical characteristics of the nut, husk, shell, meat and liquid endosperm which were subjected to ANOVA for CRD. The study showed that the dwarf coconut cultivars, studied varied in their nut, husk, shell, meat and liquid endosperm as well as other industrial characteristics. Diversity of characteristics was very evident among the cultivars which are obviously hereditary in nature. Generally, better nut qualities were noted on the parameters determined among the varieties during the wet season than during the dry season sampling. Based on the nut characteristics of the dwarf cultivars, growers, prospective entrepreneurs and other interested groups can now identify the cultivar's possible industrial uses, particularly for product development, processing and subsequent commercialization.
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