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Rooting of Conifer Propagules

An outline of the general problems involved with the propagation of elite conifer clones by rooted cuttings is drawn from published reports. New approaches for resolving these problems can come from studies of clone production through tissue culture methods. Probable extension of tissue culture techniques will permit the establishment of clones from adult, proven trees and may also provide a tool for in vitro propagule evaluation of disease resistance.


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Author(s): R. L. Mott

Publication: Tree Improvement and Genetics - Lake States Forest Tree Improvement Conference - 1977