Seed sources in SE „Srbijašume“ as a basis for conservation and directed utilization gene pool

Abstract

This paper presents the results of an analysis of the existing seed sources managed by SE “Srbijašume”. A proposal has been given for new seed sources to be designated in forest areas. This paper highlights the significance of seed sources as a form of in situ conservation, as well as the necessity of establishing seed orchards as a form of ex situ conservation of forest genetic resources, which improves the mass production of reproductive material of forest trees characterized by good genetic quality.

Keywords

• seed sources
• forest genetic resources
• conservation