Who We Are

The Central Tree Crops Research Trust is a charitable trust, established to research the early prevention and treatment of disease through natural plant-based medicine.

Research Coordinator, Mark Christensen, is credited with the discovery of the anti-cancer apple, Monty's Surprise.

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What We Do

  • The Trust has investigated the anti-cancer properties and preventative benefits of the Monty's Surprise apply variety, and now promotes the growing and distribution of this very special variety.
  • Research into the nutritional benefits and cancer preventative properties of tomatoes.
  • Searching for, preserving and distributing heirloom bean varieties.
  • Research into a natural treatment to treat the symptoms and delay the onset of Huntington's disease.
  • Research into the nutritional benefits of heritage plums and peaches.