2. CRA (Agricultural Research Council)
is a National Research Organization
which operates
under the supervision of the Ministry of Agriculture,
with general scientific competence within the fields of
agriculture,
agroindustry,
food, fishery and forestry.
Italian largest public agency operating in the field of agriculture
4. Forlì Fruit culture Unit (CRA‐FRF) is located in the South‐east
of Po Valley.
It is involved in research activities on
apple, pear, peach, plum, cherry and strawberry.
The activity mainly aims variety evaluation and breeding
using traditional techniques finalized to select new improved
varieties well adapted mainly for Po Valley conditions.