Desktop review of yield and wood quality of tropical Acacias and sourcing of improved germplasm
Specifications
- Client: Zyrex
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Scope:
Evaluation of Acacia species and provenance options including assessment of:
- projected growth rates
- coppicing ability
- wood properties
- suitability for target areas within Sri Lanka
- recommendations for germplasm selection
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Benefit to Client:
The project provided the client with a detailed review of Acacia germplasm options and projected productivities to underpin genetic material selection for commercial plantation development in Sri Lanka.
- Market Sector: Renewable resources - agriculture, grazing and forestry
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Capabilities:
- Tree and crop improvement
- General land, water and vegetation technical services
- Project commercial services
- Location: Sri Lanka
- Year: 2000