Re: mostly OT: genetically engineered trees

George wrote:
"Andy" <andynewhouse@xxxxxxxxx> wrote in message news:1123601294.372113.71670@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

I have to do a presentation on genetically modified trees for work, and
I'm wondering what woodworker's opinions are on GE or GM trees.  None
have been released to the wild yet, but there are several being
studied.  Faster growth rates and timber production in pines,
disease-resistant elms and chestnuts, etc.  What do you think?



I think all trees growing know have been genetically engineered by the infinite number of monkeys routine.

I think you mean non-selective random breeding. :-) Right: :-)

Giving direction rather than random chance could work to our advantage more rapidly.


Selective breeding or modification of a gene by direct manipulation? Mostly we have used selective breeding to date. At least on animals and plants that I know of... (Of course we have the Canola (Rape Seed) litigation...

Not worried about Frankentrees? :-))

I can see it now Red White and Blue Pine Cones for Patriotic Christmas Tress.





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