FIGURE 1.
Schematic representation of the Coffea arabica mass propagation process (24 months) through somatic embryogenesis (SE). The process is based on the use of liquid nutritive media for the embryogenic tissue multiplication and embryo regeneration phase and for the pre-germinated embryo and plantlet bulk production in temporary bioreactors (1L-RITA, 5L-MATIS and 3L-Twin-flasks). Direct sowing of germinated embryos and plantlets onto horticultural substrate avoids the use of gel media and requires less manpower in in vitro conditions.