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Lessons Of The Past

In the present state of our knowledge, it is probably somewhat premature, and certainly presumptuous, for anyone to make far-reaching decisions as to what should be, and what should not be, incorporated in forest tree improvement plans for any particular locality. Nevertheless, past experiences in the application of genetics in forestry, both in this country and abroad, point up certain promising courses of action, as well as pitfalls that may be avoided.


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Author(s): Scott S. Pauley