NY Chestnut tree dispersal

[Bonefreak]

Still awaiting federal approval but at least someone is working on restoring the chestnut tree!!

https://spectrumlocalnews.com/nys/central-ny/news/2023/12/27/american-chestnut-tree-poised-for-a-comeback-in-new-york

[tick trawler]

I've never been a fan of genetic engineering or plant patenting however I can make an exception in this case, for what it is worth, I wish the project good luck.

 

[hvnj]

I believe that there is a bit of controversy between the researchers in NY and the American Chestnut Society over the genetics of the NY trees.  In one study the trees were stunted compared to other varieties.  I don’t remember the details of the article but it seems the NY state researchers are trying to push this through.  (Reminded me of some vaccine that came out a could years ago)

[hvnj]

[tick trawler]

The American Chestnut Foundation doesn't appear to be completely opposed to genetic engineering.  However I think we can be sure they don't want their 30 years of conventional plant breeding to be messed up by some outsider's genetic fiddling.

Trust in scientific institutions has been eroded, and rightfully so.  ACF is correct to separate themselves from the New York project.