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World-first Australian research breakthrough to deliver strong ROI Foresters to predict eucalyptus’ traits by DNA-testing a single seedling leaf – and profit

Australian researchers have developed a world-leading genetic DNA testing system that can predict key commercial attributes of an adult eucalyptus tree from a single seedling leaf, and provide a strong return on investment to forest growers.

Media Release:
19feb18Australian_forestry_DNA_breakthrough_FINAL.pdf

Posted Date: February 19, 2018

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