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Hybrid Holds Up Within Forestry Trial
For the first time globally, a stand of hybrid P. radiata and P. attenuata pine trees has been milled – allowing scientists to compare its wood qualities against two purebred species.
RPBC
April 23, 2026
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More Land Transforms the Conversation...
The heartbeat of genetic gain within Australasia’s forestry – Radiata Pine Breeding Company Limited (RPBC) – has invested in more land to future-proof its work.
RPBC
February 16, 2026
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Leading forestry geneticist visits RPBC
Leading forestry geneticist and Professor Emeritus at North Carolina State University (NCSU) Steve McKeand is visiting New Zealand this week as a guest of the Radiata Pine Breeding Company.
RPBC
December 3, 2024
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Pinus Radiata and Attenuata Hybrid Tree Provides an Important Alternative Species Option to New Zealand's Forest Industry
RPBC
November 13, 2024
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Radiata Pine Breeding Company (RPBC) moves location to further enhance collaboration & extend its research reach
School of Forestry, Te Whare Wananga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury. Photo Credit: University of Canterbury.
RPBC
October 29, 2024
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RPBC achieves another milestone in tree genetics by developing a new Radiata Pine SNPchip
AGResearch's science team leader for GenomNZ, Rayna Anderson
RPBC
August 9, 2024
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We breed elite genetic material, and provide knowledge, support and tools to continuously improve profitability for Australasian radiata pine forest owners.

RPBC is New Zealand's only specialist radiata pine breeding company, and occupies a central position in the forest industry breeding supply chain.

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L2, School of Forestry
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University of Canterbury
Ilam

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Christchurch 8140

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