Forest Genetics (Cabi International)

Features

• Cover Type: Hard Cover with 704 pages
• Published by: CABI August 30, 2007
• Written in: English
• ISBN 10 Number: 1845932854
• ISBN 13 Number: 978-1845932855
• Book Dimensions: 9.7 x 7.6 x 1.8 inches
• Weighs: 3.6 pounds

Product Description
Trees continue to maintain a unique significance in the social, ecological and economic systems of the world - as large, long-lived perennials covering 30% of land on Earth; their very nature dictates their importance. An understanding of forest genetics is essential for providing insight into the evolution, conservation, management and sustainability of both natural and managed forests.
Providing a comprehensive introduction to the principles of genetics as important to forest trees, this text integrates the varied sub-disciplines of genetics and their applications in gene conservation, tree improvement and biotechnology. Topics discussed include genetic variation in natural forest trees, the application of genetics in tree improvement and breeding programs, and genomic sciences and molecular technologies.

About The Author
T.L. White, University of Florida. W.T. Adams, Oregon State University. D.B. Neale, USDA Forest Service, California. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.