Eliminate the long testing period needed for formal releases by starting production without a traditional testing program. Conclusions With the current commitment by the Alaska PMC and a few commercial seed producers, seed should be available in Alaska within the next three years. Long-range commitments need to be established by users now. Agencies must understand the financial and time commitment needed to bring the new material into production. Therefore, a uniform policy and commitment to use native species is the most important component if a viable native seed industry is to develop.
Supply responds to demand.
Commitment will make it possible. References Hulten, E. 1968. Flora of Alaska and Neighboring Territories. Reed, P. B. 1988. U. S. Fish and Wildl.