Metla Project 3347

Forest gene resources

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Duration: 2002-   Keywords: biodiversity, genetic resources
Research project group: Distinct Authority Tasks

Objectives

The project puts into operation the Finnish genetic conservation strategy for forests as well as takes care of the Finnish share of the international responsibilities in the field of forest gene conservation. In addition to the practical steps such as genetic inventories, selecting gene reserve forests and establishing ex situ-collections, spread of information has got a major role in the activities.

Forest genetic register with ensures that all essential information of tree breeding material as well as other types of genetic material, is stored and accurately kept for various needs in the present and in the future. The register also provides information that is needed for the control of the trade of forestation material.

Project leader: Rusanen, Mari
The Finnish Forest Research Institute, Vantaa Unit, PO Box 18 (Jokiniemenkuja 1), FI-01301 VANTAA, FINLAND
Phone: +358 29 532 5477
E-mail: mari.rusanen@metla.fi

Other researchers: Vakkari, Pekka, VA (2009,2013), Yrjänä, Leena, VA (2009-13)


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Updated 02.02.2013
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