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The Use of Ionizing Radiation to Develop a Blight Resistant American Chestnut, Castanea dentata, Through induced Mutations

Based on reported successes in developing disease-resistant crop varieties through induced mutation, the prospects for developing a blight-resistant American Chestnut, Castanea dentata, by this technique seems very promising. Two types of radiation used to produce mutations in American chestnut are gamma rays and thermal neutrons. A total of 8243 M1 and 10642 M2 American chestnut trees from irradiated seed are now growing at permanent out-planting sites at 12 locations in seven states.


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Author(s): Albert Dietz

Publication: American Chestnut Proceedings - 1978