[Landmark Program] Establishment of Forest Genetics Research Center for Restoration of Major Timber Species in Cambodia

Countries: Cambodia
Duration: 10 years (2014 - 2023)

Goal

To produce the genetically improved seeds within Cambodia through a long-term tree breeding plan

To implement the long-term tree breeding plan
To strengthen the restoration and tree breeding capabilities of Forestry Administration of Cambodia

Plus tree selection of 3 targeted major timber species (Dalbergia cochinchinensis, Pterocarpus macrocarpus and Dipterocarpus intricatus)
Establishment of progeny test plantation (24 ha)
Establishment of seed orchard (6 ha)
Establishment of demonstration forest (18 ha)
Silvicultural management in genetic resources conservation forest and forest restoration area (200 ha)
Training on tree breeding for the ForestryAdministration technical staffs in the ROK and Cambodia
Education programs on the restoration techniques and tree breeding
Local training on forest protection for villagers
Publication of textbook on tree breeding in Cambodia (English/Khmer)