International Cocoa Quarantine Centre
International Cocoa Quarantine Centre (ICQC) is a research facility based in the United Kingdom that focuses on the quarantine and disease resistance of cocoa plants. The centre plays a crucial role in the global chocolate industry, as it helps to ensure the health and sustainability of cocoa crops worldwide.
History[edit | edit source]
The International Cocoa Quarantine Centre was established in 1985 by the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food in response to the increasing threats posed by plant diseases to the global cocoa industry. The centre is currently managed by the University of Reading.
Function[edit | edit source]
The primary function of the ICQC is to quarantine cocoa plants that are being transported between different countries. This is to prevent the spread of diseases that could potentially devastate cocoa crops. The centre also conducts research into disease resistance in cocoa plants, with the aim of developing more resilient varieties.
Impact[edit | edit source]
The work of the ICQC has had a significant impact on the global chocolate industry. By preventing the spread of diseases and helping to develop disease-resistant varieties of cocoa, the centre has helped to ensure the sustainability of cocoa production worldwide.
See also[edit | edit source]
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