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Value and Importance of The GF Plus™ Royalty
The growth and form of radiata pine trees reflects their genetic potential.Genetic information inherited from parent trees is the code for physical characteristics stored in the seed
RPBC
April 1, 2019
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Proof of Genetic Gain
Improvements expressed as 'genetic gain' have been quantified by RPBC and Scion using data from five decades of large-scale field trials spanning the length of New Zealand and eastern Australia.
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April 1, 2019
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Radiata Pine Dothistroma Resistance
Genetic gain in Dothistroma resistance represents the ability to produce a stand of trees with decreased symptoms of Dothistroma Needle Blight, caused by the fungus Dothistroma pini.
RPBC
November 1, 2006
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Radiata Pine Branching Habit
Genetic gain in Dothistroma resistance represents the ability to produce a stand of trees with decreased symptoms of Dothistroma Needle Blight, caused by the fungus Dothistroma pini.
RPBC
August 1, 2006
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Radiata Pine Growth
Genetic gain in growth represents the ability of a stand of trees to produce increased volume at rotation age by means of tree breeding.
RPBC
November 1, 2003
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Radiata Pine Wood Density
Wood is a complex composite material that can contain varying amounts of water absorbed within the fibre. Density therefore needs to be defined in relation to standard conditions, such as 'green', 'air-dry' or 'basic'.
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June 1, 2003
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About RPBC

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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