Clones of key plantation species developed to boost afforestation and agroforestry
Dehradun-based apex national forestry research institution of the environment ministry has developed and released 74 clones and varieties of plantation tree species to improve yield, quality and productivity to meet the domestic demand of wood-based industries and also to increase the carbon sequestration and storage potential of green cover. Clones generally enhance quality green cover and productivity. This step is part of a series of policy measures taken by the ministry towards greening of the environment, particularly with respect to boosting the agroforestry sector.
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