Needle Abcission Physiology and Needle Retention technologies

Lead Researcher - Dr. Rajasekaran Lada

Current projects :Ethylene physiology and needle retention in Balsam fir
Cold acclimation influence on needle retention in Balsam fir
Polyols and needle retention in Balsam fir

Previous projects:

Influence of low temperature on needle retention in Balsam fir
Influence of chemical agents on post harvest needle retention in Balsam fir.
Genetic screening of Balsam fir for better needle retention
Fire retardants effect on needle retention

Bio-control and IPM technologies for Pest control

Lead Researcher - Dr. Dan Quirring

Tree Genetics - Molecular Breeding and Genepool Advancement

Lead Researcher(s) - Dr. Andrew Schofield & Dr. Rajasekaran Lada