Transcriptome analysis of differentially expressed putative genes associated with resistance to Phytophthora palmivora in cacao
Black pod disease, caused by Phytophthora palmivora (Ppal), is one of the most destructive pathogens affecting cacao, leading to significant losses in many cacao-producing countries. Identifying genes related to resistance against black pod disease could greatly enhance the acceleration of cacao breeding programs in Indonesia. In this study, we demonstrate the utility of RNA sequencing to investigate differentially expressed transcripts associated with resistance to Ppal in cacao.