Incorporating non-key traits in selecting the Pinus radiata production population

Content Partner: New Zealand Journal of Forestry Science. Background Three of the traits considered of most economic importance in the genetic improvement of Pinus radiata D. Don, termed as ‘key’ traits, are tree diameter (a proxy for stem volume), wood density and wood stiffness. A number of other...

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Main Authors: Kennedy, Stuart G, Yanchuk, Alvin D, Stackpole, Desmond J, Jefferson, Paul A
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Language:English
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Summary:Content Partner: New Zealand Journal of Forestry Science. Background Three of the traits considered of most economic importance in the genetic improvement of Pinus radiata D. Don, termed as ‘key’ traits, are tree diameter (a proxy for stem volume), wood density and wood stiffness. A number of other traits (non-key traits) may be of equal importance to growers depending on where and ...