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Forest Tree Improvement Program for the National Forests in the Northeast

A Tree Improvement Program for the four National Forests (Fig. 1) (Allegheny, Green Mountain, Monongahela, White Mountain) in the Northeast was begun in 1966. Objectives for the program are: 1) to produce genetically improved seed for seedling production and/or direct seeding that will yield fast-growing, high quality, pest resistant forest trees; and 2) to develop and demonstrate cultural methods for producing timber and other products by applying sound genetic principles. The program is carried out by the Regional Geneticist, a Zone Geneticist, and three part-time forestry technicians. Additional manpower is provided by the Ranger District where the field activities are performed.


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Author(s): Donald E. Dorn

Publication: Tree Improvement and Genetics - Northeastern Forest Tree Improvement Conference - 1977