In Brazil, IAC launches six bean and four cassava cultivars

Published 2021년 12월 6일

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The Agronomic Institute (IAC) of Brazil has introduced ten new cultivars of beans and cassava, including one unique variety not previously available in the country. These cultivars, which include six bean and four cassava varieties, are known for their high quality and productivity. One of the bean cultivars, IAC 6-01, has the highest beta-carotene content ever recorded, making it a significant addition to the market. These new cultivars are being launched during the 130th anniversary celebration of the Department of Agriculture and Supply. The IAC has also developed two table cassava cultivars that are highly productive, have a low cooking time, and are resistant to bacteriosis.

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The Agronomic Institute (IAC) launched ten cultivars — six of beans and four of cassava this Tuesday, November 30, 2021, at the IAC Headquarters, in Campinas. The grains are destined for the internal and external markets and one of the cultivars, IAC 2154, is unprecedented in Brazil. The roots stand out for their excellent quality and productivity. One of them, IAC 6-01, has the highest beta-carotene content on the market, equivalent to 800 IU of vitamin A — on average, the cultivars have a maximum of 240 IU of vitamin A. The launches were made during the celebration of the 130 years of the Department of Agriculture and Supply, with the presence of Vice-Governor Rodrigo Garcia, and Secretary Itamar Borges. "With these ten new cultivars, we have added 26 releases of IAC cultivars from June this year to now, results that underscore the vigor and efficiency of the centenary IAC", says the Institute's general director, Marcos Guimarães de Andrade Landell. The new bean cultivars are ...

Source: Portal Do Agronegocio