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Completed genetic conservation molecular studies

Exploring the genetic structure of tree species populations and the gene flow occurring within them

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Genetic conservation

This project conducts research on adaptive and neutral genetic variation in our native tree species and woodland dwelling organisms. The results of the work contribute to the development of appropriate policy relating to future resilience of our native woodlands.

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Breeding and production of conifers

Conservation of trees selected for further breeding work. Production of improved deployment populations. Development of clonal forestry.

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Intra and interspecific gene flow in oaks (OAKFLOW)

The page summarises the ‘Intra and interspecific gene flow in oaks’ (OAKFLOW) project, funded by the EU’s Fifth Framework Programme (FP5).

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Selection and testing of conifers

Selection and testing of phenotypes. Progeny and clonal testing. Estimating breeding values. Use of Marker Aided Selection to improve operational efficiencies.

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Tree improvement – the first 50 years of Tree Breeding in Britain

Summary of the developments and achievements in tree improvement in Britain

Publications

[Archive] Advances in biotechnology: powerful tools for tree breeding and genetic conservation

Lead Author: Steve Lee

A range of biotechnological tools has been used by Forest Research to enhance the efficiencies of research and development programmes associated with tree breeding and genetic conservation. This Information Note presents some examples where such tools have been applied. These include enhancement of flowering in conifers, assessment of the efficiency of seed orchards, characterisation of […]

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[Archive] Open ground in upland forests: A review of its potential as wildlife habitat and appropriate management methods

Lead Author: Russell Anderson

By Russell Anderson. 2003. Related pages Habitat networks Landscape ecology Integrated establishment systems for the uplands Integrated forest vegetation management Lowland native woodlands Management of upland native woodlands Silvicultural and woodland management practices publications Vegetation management publications Woodland establishment and regeneration publications

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Tree improvement

Exploring genetic variation and breeding better trees

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[Archive] Genetic variation and conservation of British native trees and shrubs: current knowledge and policy implications

Lead Author: Richard Ennos

This Technical paper provides an account of genetic variation in forest tree species. It reviews our understanding of the genetic variation of native tree and shrub species in Britain. Highlights the issues that need to be addressed in developing a genetic conservation policy for British forestry. This publication is still available in hardcopy.

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[Archive] Predicted genetic gains from Sitka spruce production populations

Lead Author: Steve Lee

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Completed genetic conservation molecular studies

Genetic conservation

Breeding and production of conifers

Intra and interspecific gene flow in oaks (OAKFLOW)

Selection and testing of conifers

Tree improvement – the first 50 years of Tree Breeding in Britain

[Archive] Advances in biotechnology: powerful tools for tree breeding and genetic conservation

[Archive] Open ground in upland forests: A review of its potential as wildlife habitat and appropriate management methods

Tree improvement

[Archive] Genetic variation and conservation of British native trees and shrubs: current knowledge and policy implications

[Archive] Predicted genetic gains from Sitka spruce production populations

[Archive] Genetic gain from Scots pine: potential for new commercial seed orchards

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