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Forest reproductive material tracing system based on a DNA-database of autochthonous seed orchards
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The Flemish DNA-database verifies the origin of forest reproductive material using microsatellite markers, ensuring genetic quality and diversity for…

Exploring forest physiology and genetics: a conversation with IUFRO Division 2
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The latest 'Branching Out' podcast episode explores forest genetics with Amanda de la Torre and Santiago González-Martínez, discussing CRISPR, genome…

Embla – a seed orchard established for a quality cultivar of Icelandic birch
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Recently, 400 downy birch trees of the 'Embla' cultivar were planted in Tumastaðir, Fljótshlíð, Iceland. The primary objective of this initiative is…

IUFRO workshop in Madrid brings together global experts on forest genetic common gardens
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Experts from 24 countries convened in Madrid for the IUFRO workshop on Forest Genetic Common Gardens, discussing cutting-edge research in genetics,…

Adaptability of trees persists after millions of years of climate change
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Seven of the most common forest trees in Europe have been shown to be able to shelter their genetic diversity from major shifts in environmental…