New technical sheet: Chilean guard squash with high nutritional value

Squash

Vegetables

Chile

Innovation & Technology

Published Jan 22, 2024

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A new technical publication in the INIA Chile Digital Library written by INIA La Platina researcher Adolfo Donoso addresses the issue of Chilean guard squash, with contributions from researchers Erika Salazar and Cristina Vergara. The text describes the different types of squash and focuses on the Chilean guard squash, which has been cultivated in the territories west of the Andes mountain range for 3 thousand years. The publication also discusses conservation efforts and the nutritional value of the Chilean guard squash, highlighting its high protein levels compared to other types of squash.

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A new technical publication is available in the INIA Chile Digital Library. This is the document written by INIA La Platina researcher and vegetable specialist, Adolfo Donoso, who addressed the issue of Chilean guard squash. The text, written with the participation of researchers Erika Salazar and Cristina Vergara, begins with the description and differentiation of the various types of squash, delving into the Chilean guard squash whose origin dates back 3 thousand years in the territories west of the Andes mountain range, which are the countries of Ecuador, Peru and Chile. Regarding the research presented, Donoso explained the conservation work carried out. “Based on the conserved accessions, initiatives are being developed for the use of the genetic resource. Supported by the Genetic Resources Unit, extension and transfer groups have been carrying out initial participatory improvement strategies in San Vicente de Tagua Tagua. Just as INIA La Platina works on the stabilization of ...

Source: Portaldelcampo