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Development and Application of Molecular Markers in Conifers

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Molecular Techniques in Crop Improvement

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Natural forests and forest plantations currently cover 26.6% of the total land area of the earth (FAO 1997). Forests basically affect both, carbon and water cycles on our planet and provide manifold benefits by harboring species and protecting landscapes against erosion, by supplying shelter against wind, snow, radiation or noise, and by offering various recreation purposes and outdoor activities. Economic benefits arise from utilization of timber, bark and many other natural products for various industrial purposes (mainly pulp and paper production), for energy production and for supply of food.

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Schubert, R., Müller-Starck, G. (2002). Development and Application of Molecular Markers in Conifers. In: Jain, S.M., Brar, D.S., Ahloowalia, B.S. (eds) Molecular Techniques in Crop Improvement. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-017-2356-5_5

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