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QLK5-2000-00631
Improving Fraxinus (Ash) productivity for European needs by testing, selection, propagation and promotion of improved genetic resources |
| Contract No: | QLK5-2000-00631 |
| Project Type: | RS (Research and Technological Development Project) |
| Start Date: | 01-01-2001 |
| Duration: | 48 months |
| Total Cost: | 3,593,043 EUR |
| EC Contribution: | 2,000,407 EUR |
| Scientific Officer: | Ignacio SEOANE |
Abstract:
Genetic resources of Fraxinus will be characterised by recording existing provenance,
progeny and population tests. A new provenance trial of material from the European natural range will
be established in six countries. Genetic diversity estimates will be by already developed polymorphic
microsatellites, and cp DNA markers. Gene flow estimates will be evaluated via paternity analysis in pure
and hybrid stands. The best populations and provenances will be identified to aid in Certification.
Selected individuals and tested progeny will be propagated vegetatively. Physiological, biochemical and
physical treatments will be optimised. These positively affect micropropagation, flower induction and
propagation by cuttings to give high quality plants on a large scale for clone/variety testing by SMEs and
deployment to farmers/foresters. Alternative models and means of diffusing improved material from the
development phase to the end users will be critically examined in conjunction with user groups.
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