Research Suggests Eucalyptus Trees Can be Genetically Modified Not to Invade Native Ecosystems

ENN
Apr 7, 2021, 1:36 pm147 pts
Eucalyptus, a pest-resistant evergreen valued for its hardy lumber and wellness-promoting oil, can be genetically modified not to reproduce sexually, a key step toward preventing the global tree plantation staple from invading native ecosystems.

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