This is a first step towards measuring genetic diversity in domesticated forest tree populations. The next step is to determine whether randomly selected markers represent genetic diversity of the P. taeda genome in a manner which is relevant to tree breeding success or failure. Genetic diversity for elite, thirdgeneration selections Thirdgeneration elite selections had similar genetic diversity levels as other selected populations, regardless of generational differences. In this study, the method of genetic sampling was more important than the number of generations of domestication. There were no trends associated with generational level.
Most alleles are common to all populations and few are localized or rare.
Relatively few selections will be needed to adequate represent the allelic variation in molecular markers at the species level. A multiple population breeding strategy for Zimbabwe. A plan for breeding radiata pine. Dynamic gene conservation for uncertain futures. Factors affecting levels of genetic diversity in woody plant species.