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To outline emerging genomic approaches that help resource managers assess vulnerability in tree populations and select climate-resilient seed sources for forest restoration.

September 17, 2026Journal of ForestryOpen Access

Using Genomics to Inform Management of Tree Populations in a Warming World

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VSVictoria L. SorkUniversity of California, Los Angeles RBRyan BuckUniversity of California, Los Angeles LPLily D. PeckCAB International

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Synthesis identifies four genomic strategies to detect climate vulnerability and guide reforestation in tree populations, highlighting genomics for climate-adapted forest management.

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To outline emerging genomic approaches that help resource managers assess vulnerability in tree populations and select climate-resilient seed sources for forest restoration.
Reviewed four genomic frameworks: combining provenance growth data with genetic profiles, modeling genetic variation across climate gradients, profiling seedling stress response genes, and tracking epigenetic markers.
Integrating provenance trial data with genomic variation identifies phenotypic traits and planting stock adapted to warmer, drier conditions.
Climate gradient analyses and seedling stress trials distinguish at-risk forest stands and uncover genetic pathways governing climate tolerance.
Epigenetic markers provide early diagnostic signals of physiological stress to inform selection of resilient seed sources.

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Sork et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6aabb74e5f706d05830e6343 https://doi.org/10.1007/s44392-026-00115-7

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Synthesis identifies four genomic strategies to detect climate vulnerability and guide reforestation in tree populations, highlighting genomics for climate-adapted forest management.

Using Genomics to Inform Management of Tree Populations in a Warming World

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