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March 29-31, 2009 - CRU hosted the Project Initiation Workshop for the World Bank project titled "Identification of ancient cocoa diversity through modern genomics methods for the benefit of small farmers".
March 9, 2009 - CRU staff members gave local RSCE2 participants a guided tour of the ICG,T as part of the RSCE2 Field Trip Programme planned by the Ministry of Agriculture, Land and Marine Resources.
March, 2009 - The position of Head, CRU has been re-advertised. Click to
http://sta.uwi.edu/jobs/index.asp.
Follow "Current Vacancies" to Head - Cocoa Research Unit and view "Further particulars document" for more information.
March, 2009 - Bill Guyton of World Cocoa Foundation visited CRU and filed a brief summary at his blog.
March 24-26, 2009:- CRU staff assisted and participated in the international meeting of cacao growers, researchers, sponsors and other stakeholders at RSCE2: Roundtable for a Sustainable Cocoa Economy.
March 18-19, 2009:- CRU hosted representatives from CRAC and the CRA (UK) for the annual CRAC meeting and seminars.
December 12, 2008:- CRU hosts Valedictory Function at Ortinola Great House to celebrate Mrs. Claudia Lyons who has retired after 37 years of outstanding service to CRU and The University of the West Indies. CRU staff extend their congratulations and best wishes to Mrs. Lyons and wish her success in her future endeavours.
September, 2008 - Click to view the advertised position of Head, Cocoa Research Unit
July 25, 2008:- Valedictory function for CRU director Dr. David Butler held at Ortinola Great House. CRU staff joins the international cacao research community in commending Dr. Butler for his many years of dedicated service. His sterling contributions have left an indelible mark on this institution. View photos in CRU's album.
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This newsletter produced by the International
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community who form INGENIC. It is edited
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