FAO-ICARDA International Technical Cooperation Network on Cactus
Organizational Structure
General Coordination
Regional Coordinators
Prof. Jesus Fuentes
North America Region
Prof. Alexander Mello
South America Region
Vacant
Mediterranean Region
Dr. Herman Fouché
Sub-Saharan Africa Region
Vacant
South East Asia
Research Theme Coordinators
Dr. Candelario Mondragon
Genetic Resources
Prof. Monica Nazareno
Medicinal and Cosmetic Uses
Prof. Carmen Saenz
Agro-industries
Dr. Noemi Tel-Zur
Pitayas and Pitahays
Prof. Liberato Portillo
Cochineal
Dr. Hichem Ben Salem
Forage, Rangeland & Environmental Protection
Dr. Judith Ochoa
Fruit Production
Dr. Salvatore d’Aquino
Post-Harvest
Dr. Giorgia Liguori
Agronomy Practices
Dr. Joel Corrales-García
Nopalitos