Chocolate field glossary
Genetics
Inherited plant characteristics that influence pod traits, disease response, yield and possible sensory expression.
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- Why it matters
- Planting material influences disease response, yield, seed chemistry and possible flavor expression before post-harvest work begins.
- Common confusion
- Criollo, Forastero and Trinitario are historical shorthand, not a complete modern genetic map or quality ladder.
- Practical example
- Two farms in one district can grow different material and produce very different beans under the same weather.
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