Research in Focus - Meet Albert: Chasing biodata and muscle gains
Pacific Seeds for Life (PS4L): New Zealand partner trains scientists at CePaCT’s plant molecular lab to speed up diagnostics & genotyping processes
Leaders endorse region’s first Pacific-led agriculture and forestry strategy
Pacific agriculture and forestry leaders convened for the Ninth Regional Meeting of Pacific Heads of Agriculture and Forestry Services (PHOAFS) from 15-17 May 2024 for vigorous discussions and
‘Water-smart’ taro varieties as the future of sustainable agriculture in the Pacific: Insights from CePaCT research
In pursuing sustainable agriculture amidst changing climate patterns, recent advancements in crop research have shed light on potential solutions. Through the project, "Identification of Drought-Tolerant Taro Varieties for the Pacific”, supported by the…
Research in Focus: Sprouting personalities: Semi, an advocate for crop genetic diversity
Deep in this forest that houses 2,400 plant and tree accessions and over 1,500 varieties of taro (edible aroids) is Semi Cakaunitavuki, a Senior Laboratory Technician in Germplasm Health at the Centre for Pacific Crops and Plants (CePaCT). Every day he…
Pacific Agricultural Plant Genetic Resources Network charts crucial roadmap for food security in the region
Land Resources Division Research in Focus: Meet Ulamila Lutu, CePaCT Research Technician focusing on the Pacific “Tree of Life”, the coconut
1- Could you briefly describe your academic or professional background and how it has led you to pursue research within SPC?
Land Resources Division Research in focus: The forgotten giant of the Pacific
A giant taro patch in Tonga. Photo : Filippo Guzzon.
Land Resources Division Research in Focus: Meet Sera Dau – Laboratory Technician, Germplasm Health, Centre for Pacific Crops and Trees (CePaCT)
Could you briefly describe your academic or professional background and how it has led you to pursue this research opportunity?