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Estimating potential range and hence climatic adaptability in selected tree species

Estimating climatic conditions within the potential range of different species is important, as it can assist evaluating their ability to tolerate climate change. Further reading : Booth TH. 2016.…

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Native fruit tree genetic resources in Japan

The diversity of climate, from subarctic to subtropical, and the complex geological history of Japan have produced a rich biodiversity. The flora includes several hundred species of native woody…

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TREE SPECIES IN FOCUS: Aquilaria sinensis

The incense tree (Aquilaria sinensis), endemic to southern China, faces a growing threat to its survival in Hong Kong. Its lightly scented timber is used to make incense sticks. Trade in the tree’s…

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Session on Forest Genetic Resources at the IUFRO Regional Congress for Asia and Oceania – Submit your abstract by 15 May

Chinese Academy of Forestry, Seoul National University and Bioversity International are jointly organizing a session entitled “Conserving and utilizing of forest genetic resources in Asia and Oceania:…

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Interview With APAFRI Chairperson

Since September 2015, the Asia-Pacific Association of Forestry Research Institutions (APAFRI) is chaired by a true forest genetic resources enthusiast, Dr Jung-Hwan Park who is the Director of the…

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APFNet – Call for proposals

The Asia-Pacific Network for Sustainable Forest Management and Rehabilitation (APFNet) calls for project proposals related to restoration of degraded forests. In line with APFNet’s mission, proposals…

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APFORGEN is a regional programme and network with a holistic approach to the conservation and management of the Forest Genetic Resources (FGR) in the Asia-Pacific region

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