Details

Subject(s)

• Forestry biotechnology [Browse]

Editor

• Ahuja, M. R., 1933- [Browse]
• Mérillon, J. M. [Browse]
• Ramawat, K. G. [Browse]

Summary note

Forest trees cover 30% of the earth's land surface, providing renewable fuel, wood, timber, shelter, fruits, leaves, bark, roots, and are source of medicinal products in addition to benefits such as carbon sequestration, water shed protection, and habitat for 1/3 of terrestrial species. However, the genetic analysis and breeding of trees has lagged behind that of crop plants. Therefore, systematic conservation, sustainable improvement and pragmatic utilization of trees are global priorities. This book provides comprehensive and up to date information about tree characterization, biological.

Bibliographic references

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Source of description

Print version record.

ISBN

• 1466597151 ((electronic bk.))
• 9781466597150 ((electronic bk.))

OCLC

891158439

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