Save the Date! July 10-13, 2023
The Western Forest Genetics Association (WFGA) and Canadian Forest Genetics Association (CFGA) will be co-hosting a Forest Genetics conference in Vernon, British Columbia, July 10-13, 2023. Please consider this conference in your plans for next summer.
Vernon is a wonderful setting for a Forest Genetics conference. It is the location of the Kalamalka Forestry Centre and is central to many seed orchards and nurseries. Surrounded by forests, it is a perfect location for exploring and visiting forest genetics field trials and silviculture operations.
Here is a draft schedule of events for the conference:
- Monday: Registration (evening)
- Tuesday: Scientific talks and poster sessions
- Wednesday: field tour of forest genetics and silviculture sites; evening banquet; business meetings
- Thursday: Scientific talks and poster sessions
The following topics will be considered for talks and posters:
- Collection and analysis of progeny test data
- Seed orchard propagation and management
- Seed transfer
- Screening for forest health traits
- Seed and propagation of seedlings
- Conservation
We welcome the submission of scientific papers and updates from seed orchards, breeding programs and conservation programs. A formal call for abstracts will be sent in the next few months.
Vernon is also a great place for a vacation or a perfect location to launch your next adventure. Visit the tourism Vernon website for more details. Some notable highlights include:
- Predator Ridge Resort
- Sparkling Hill Resort and Spa
- Banff National Park (5 hr drive)
- Jasper National Park (6 hr drive)
- Local Wineries and Fruit Orchards
- Vancouver (5 hr drive, YVR International Airport)
- Kelowna (1 hr drive, KLW International Airport)
Nicholas Ukrainetz, Chair, Western Forest Genetics Association
Brian Barber, Chair, Canadian Forest Genetics Association
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