TT No. 6: Distribution of Pollen

The commercial oil palm planting materials, DxP is produced largely by crossing Deli duras with selected pisiferas. One of the popular sources of pisifera is AVROS population.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • AVROS pollen combines well with Deli duras to produce progenies with high yield and good extraction rate.
  • The DxP progenies are uniform in yield and physiological characteristics.

Main Research: Dr N. Rajanaidu