Project Factsheet
αlf_@PlantSelection
Selection and vegetative propagation of carob tree
Ceratonia siliqua L.
About the project
The carob tree (Ceratonia siliqua L.) is a characteristic species of Mediterranean ecosystems, recognised for its adaptation to conditions of low water availability and its relevant economic and environmental potential.
The αlf_@PlantSelection project aims to research and optimise vegetative propagation techniques of the carob tree, including micropropagation approaches, seeking to contribute to the production of high-quality clonal plant material.
Identification
- Project
- αlf_@PlantSelection
- Designation
- αlf_@PlantSelection — Selection and vegetative propagation of carob tree
- Beneficiary
- GreenClon II, Lda
- Project no.
- 26259
- Operation code
- CENTRO2030-FEDER-03273000
- Programme
- Centro 2030
- Fund
- Fundo Europeu de Desenvolvimento Regional — FEDER
- Typology
- Business R&D
- Start
- 01/01/2026
- Completion
- 31/12/2027
- Duration
- 24 months
Total Investment
296.987,04 €
EU Financial Support
206.392,77 €
Objectives
The following elements are project objectives and not results already achieved.
- 01Optimise vegetative propagation: develop methodologies adapted to the propagation of selected material.
- 02Develop micropropagation techniques: research in vitro culture solutions applied to the carob tree.
- 03Produce clonal plant material: promote greater uniformity and quality of plant material.
- 04Valorise genetic resources: contribute to the conservation and use of plant materials of interest.
- 05Support sustainability: contribute to a more resilient crop adapted to Mediterranean conditions.
Expected impact
The development of these methodologies may contribute to increasing the availability of selected plants, supporting the productivity of the crop, and strengthening the sustainability and valorisation of the carob tree in Mediterranean territories.
Beneficiary
GreenClon II, Lda — plant biotechnology, micropropagation and vegetative propagation of forest species.
Funding
Project co-financed by
