Davies, Mary Ann. 2006. Suitable Pollen Isolation Bags for Selective Breeding of Conifers. 0624 2308. Missoula, MT: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, National Technology and Development Program. 4 p.

Describes evaluation of two types of isolation bags used to prevent unwanted pollen from inadvertently reaching female pine cone flowers during selective breeding. Both of the isolation bags worked well, although one bag cost five times as much as the other. The tech tip includes the information needed to order both types of bags.

Keywords: distributors, evaluations, nurseries, pinecone flowers, pines, pollination, strobili

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