Since cloned conifer seedlings can not be efficiently generated with traditional tree breeding practices, such as cuttings, we are developing a somatic embryogenesis program to generate elite seedlings of Norway spruce.

In collaboration with Sveaskog AB, Bergvik Skog AB and Holmen Skog AB we are developing industrial methods in order to produce elite lines of Norway spruce in large scale. The elite lines are selected by SkogForsk. The project is sponsored by a Vinnova grant.

• We are developing somatic embryogenesis for commercial production of Norway spruce to the Swedish seedling and forest industry.