Taiwan is creating a database to compile a
comprehensive list of predicted molecular markers for moth orchids. The aim is
to prevent future variety rights disputes, a local researcher claimed.
According to the Taipei press report, with
mature technology and a standard operating procedure, they group is sure it can
establish a 200-variety database by the end of the year, according to Chang
Hui-ju, an assistant researcher at the Taiwan Seed Improvement and Propagation
Station.
There are about 400 moth orchid varieties
grown in Taiwan. The Council of Agriculture’s Taichung-based station has been developing
the technology for the past three years, while liaising with experts in the
Netherlands.
The station is also planning to apply the
technology to other plants.
Orchids are one of Taiwan’s most important
agricultural exports. Sales of Oncidium orchids showed the biggest annual
increase of 25 per cent, while sales of moth orchids increased 16 per cent.
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