Public Perception and Acceptance of Woody Plant Cloning
Next-Generation In Vitro Strategies in Woody Plant Cloning, Springer Nature, ss.411-428, 2026
- Yayın Türü: Kitapta Bölüm / Araştırma Kitabı
- Basım Tarihi: 2026
- Doi Numarası: 10.1007/978-3-032-28071-8_16
- Yayınevi: Springer Nature
- Sayfa Sayıları: ss.411-428
- Anahtar Kelimeler: Agriculture, Forestry, In vitro propagation, Science communication, Vegetative propagation
- Çukurova Üniversitesi Adresli: Evet
Özet
The clonal propagation of woody plants can be achieved through macropropagation or micropropagation in vitro. While macropropagation is commonly used for certain forest tree species, fruit trees are increasingly propagated using in vitro methods. Vegetative propagation yields clones, which are genetically identical offspring of the original material. The practical application of cloning and propagation techniques has various advantages and disadvantages, depending on the plant species and purpose of use in agriculture and forestry. The cultivation of clonally propagated woody plants in agricultural and forestry contexts is relatively unknown to the general public, and the term of clones often raises concerns. However, if the benefits and drawbacks are carefully weighed, the use of clones can be beneficial for environmental interests in Europe. Concerns exist regarding intensive production systems, particularly with respect to forests. Activities in science communication can help inform both the general public and stakeholders, including policymakers, about the use of cloned plant material, rendering the underlying processes more accessible and mitigating concerns.