Learning Outcomes
1. Knowledge on the conservation of genetic diversity strategies and on the current threats on genetic variation
2. Knowledge and training on in situ conservation methods
3. Knowledge and training on ex situ conservation methods
4. Knowledge on the size, number and location of populations selected for Gene Conservation purposes
5. Training on topics related with collection, control and storing/preservation of forest genetic material
6. Training on the application of criteria and indicators for the conservation of forest genetic resources
Course Content (Syllabus)
Threats for genetic variation, Strategies for the conservation of genetic variation, In situ conservation of forest genetic resources, Ex situ conservation of forest genetic resources, Size - number - location of populations selected for gene conservation, Impact of forest management and tree breeding on genetic diversity, Collection, control and storing of forest genetic material, Criteria and indicators for the conservation of forerst genetic resources, International Programs and Activities for the Conservation of forest genetic resources
Keywords
Conservation of forest genetic resources (FGR), in situ, ex situ, selection of populations for conservation of FGR, criteria and indicators for the conservation of FGR