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Use tree improvement programs to ensure availability of drought-tolerant tree species and genotypes

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Approach

Use tree improvement programs to ensure availability of drought-tolerant tree species and genotypes.

Tactics

  • Develop seed orchards that contain a broader range of tree species and genotypes than in the past.

Sensitivity

Strategy

Halofsky, J.E.; Peterson, D.L., eds. (2017). Climate change vulnerability and adaptation in the Blue Mountains. Gen. Tech. Rep. PNW-GTR-939. Portland, OR: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, Pacific Northwest Research Station., Peterson, D.L.; Halofsky, J.E. (2018). Adapting to the effects of climate change on natural resources in the Blue Mountains, USA. Climate Services. 10: 63–71. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cliser.2017.06.005., Halofsky, J.E.; Peterson, D.L. (2016). Climate change vulnerabilities and adaptation options for forest vegetation management in the northwestern USA. Atmosphere. 7: article 46. https://doi.org/10.3390/atmos7030046., ,

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Climate Change Effect

Resource Area

Relevant Region

Caribbean
Midwest
Northeast
Northern Plains
Northwest
Southeast
Southern Plains
Southwest