Project Number: 6402-21410-003-00
Project Type: Appropriated

Start Date: Jan 27, 2000
End Date: Nov 30, 2004

Objective:
Evaluate the potential for growing kenaf and other new crops in Mississippi. Evaluate potential variety, management, harvesting and transportation methods of these crops and production practices that add value to products. Determine infuence of pests on yield, quality and prices. Develop efficient processing methods and markets for these new crops and production practices.

Approach:
Conduct variety and management trials. Screen germplasm for resistance to nematodes, insects, and diseases. Develop appropriate storage, transportation and processing equipment. Explore commercial uses of kenaf fiber and other new crops or production practices. Determine needs to exploit new markets. Measure effects of new production practices on the environment.

Project Team

Young, Lawrence

Project Annual Reports

FY 2003   FY 2002   FY 2001   FY 2000

Related National Programs

Plant, Microbial & Insect Genetic Res., Genomics, & Genetic Improv. I (301)   Crop Production (305)