Effect of Stem Diameter, Genetics, and Wood Properties on Stem Cracking in Norway Spruce

Effect of Stem Diameter, Genetics, and Wood Properties on Stem Cracking in Norway Spruce

The choice of seed material (genetics) is one of the tools that can improve adaptation to the changing climate. Insufficient adaptation can result in a number of potential risks, including stem cracking. The goal of this study is to assess the influence of genetics and wood properties on stem cracki...

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Main Authors: Pauls Zeltiņš, Juris Katrevičs, Arnis Gailis, Tiit Maaten, Endijs Bāders, Āris Jansons
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2018-09-01
Series:Forests
Subjects:
stem scars
stem defects
heritability
wood density
Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/1999-4907/9/9/546

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