RESEARCH into the breeding of high-value crops such as okra and the “Edamame” variety of soybeans for the Japan market can now move forward, thanks to a technical assistance (TA) program agreement between the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industries (PCCI) and the Institute of Plant Breeding (IPB).

The planned breeding of high value crops—particularly okra and soybean vegetable “Edamame” for the Japan market—may be the top priority of the IPB-PCCI partnership, according to PCCI Agriculture Committee Chief Roberto Amores.

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