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New research on the genetic diversity of maritime pine and its adaptive potential to changing environments
Two new publications explore the environmental factors that create and maintain genetic diversity within populations of maritime pine (Pinus pinaster…
Exploring the European policy landscape for Forest Genetic Resources and Forest Reproductive Material within OptFORESTS
We are thrilled to share the exciting highlights from a recent IUFRO conference held in Slovenia, where OptFORESTS made a notable appearance,…
Multilevel biodiversity for resilient forests in the face of climate change
The EU-funded project OptFORESTS produces a scientific basis for the deployment of adaptable and diversified forest reproductive material for…
Mediterranean conifers found to be resistant to drought due to their genes
Knowledge of the genetic basis of drought resilience could be key in the design of management and conservation strategies for these threatened…
Estimating Effective Population Size for forest genetic resources conservation
The European Forest Genetic Resources Programme (EUFORGEN) presents a new webinar series where key topics in forest genetic resources (FGR) are open…
OptFORESTS, a new Horizon Europe project to enhance diversity and resilience of future European forests
The 5-year project aims to support the protection and sustainable use of forest genetic resources in Europe in the face of environmental and societal…