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| Hortivar is FAO´s database on performances of horticulture cultivars in relation to agro-ecological conditions, cultivation practices, the occurrence of pests and diseases and timing of the production. It covers six categories of horticultural crops: fruits, vegetables, roots and tubers, ornamentals, mushrooms, herbs and condiments.
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| Hortivar is: |
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A tool for easy and quick retrieval of information related to horticulture cultivars all over the world |
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A standard methodology for data recording of cultivar trials |
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A source for data analysis and extrapolation (GIS applications) |
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A template for educational purposes in colleges and universities |
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A lively interface between scientists and growers |
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A tool for quick retrieval of information on seed sources |
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The database has two primary functions which are interdependent: data retrieval and data entry. Access and use of the database is free of charge. Data are retrieved by searching according to various parameters such as crop, species, cultivar, country, geographical references, pest resistance, ecozone and production systems. Data registered in the database are site specific and therefore the database is geo-referenced.
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Hortivar addresses the needs of producers, public and private sector, seed companies and horticultural research centres for information management related to horticultural crop cultivars in different agro-climatic environments and allows users to identify cultivars and cropping practices adapted to their specific requirements and environment.
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| Number of visits since April 2003: 1390283 |
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