Genetic Improvement in Southern Hardwoods

Abstract

Genetics research in southern hardwoods has moved during the past decade from a minor position in a few organizations to major status in most of the South's forest research establishments. This growing interest in tree improvement has stemmed from the increasing use of hardwoods for pulp and a decreasing supply of high-quality hardwood sawtimber. These two aspects of the southern hardwood situation have stimulated broad programs of investigation in which genetics research is essential.

Citation

Farmer, Robert E., Jr. 1968. Genetic Improvement in Southern Hardwoods. Forest Farmer 27(13):6-7.