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Tea Tree Breeding Program 2

Tea tree (Melaleuca alternifolia) is grown for its essential oil, which is distilled from the leaf and sold for use in cosmetic and healthcare products.This project builds on the previous tea tree breeding program and focusses on improving the quality and quantity of oil produced in tea tree plantations.

Project date

1 Jul 2017-15 May 2019
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Principal investigator

Mervyn Shepherd

Research organisations

Southern Cross University (SCU)

Project funded by

Multiple industries
Alternative protein Aquaculture Cereal grains Cross industry Essential oils Fruits Game Honey bees Nuts Other rural industries Pasture, fodder & feed Poultry Pulse grains

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  • Location

    Australia

  • Organisation type

    Research funding body

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